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Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, and Ring-billed Gull among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada GooseSandhill CraneRing-billed GullAmerican Herring GullAmerican Crow

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/1/2026Campbell Dr (Timberline to Hilltop)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/1/2026Campbell Drive at Timberlane1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/27/2026Campbell Dr (Timberline to Hilltop)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/25/2026Campbell Dr (Timberline to Hilltop)1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

2/24/2026Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

2/24/2026Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/22/20264410 Campbell Drive, Campbellsport, Wisconsin, US (43.626, -88.373)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/21/2026Campbell Dr1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/21/2026Campbell Dr1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/21/2026W4200–W4390 Campbell Dr, Eden US-WI 43.62556, -88.372591 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/20/2026N4946–N4992 WIS-26, Brandon US-WI 43.72220, -88.675771 observed

Recent Observations

Canada Goose

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/5/2026

1 birds

Sandhill Crane

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

2 birds

Ring-billed Gull

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

3 birds

American Herring Gull

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

1 birds

American Crow

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

4 birds

American Robin

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

1 birds

House Finch

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

6 birds

American Tree Sparrow

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

2 birds

Dark-eyed Junco

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

2 birds

Red-winged Blackbird

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

15 birds

Rock Pigeon

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

1 birds

Downy Woodpecker

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

1 birds

House Sparrow

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

3 birds

Song Sparrow

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/4/2026

2 birds

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/3/2026

1 birds

Blue Jay

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/3/2026

1 birds

White-breasted Nuthatch

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/3/2026

1 birds

European Starling

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/3/2026

3 birds

Northern Cardinal

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/3/2026

1 birds

Hairy Woodpecker

Horicon Marsh SWA--Education and Visitor Center

3/2/2026

1 birds

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center for birding?▼
The best months to visit Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?▼
Notable species at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center include Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?▼
Birding at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?▼
Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.