Magee Marsh Wildlife Area

The Magee Marsh Wildlife Area extends along Lake Erie's shore, featuring a mile-long boardwalk through dense forest and wetland environments.

Following the War of 1812, Samuel Brown documented the extensive waterfowl populations in the area, which later became private hunting grounds during the 1850s.

The Black Swamp Bird Observatory organizes an annual birding festival in May that draws over 60,000 visitors to observe North American warbler migrations.

The wildlife area provides multiple parking areas near the boardwalk entrances, with clear signage and maps directing visitors to observation platforms.

Magee Marsh served as a crucial site for reintroducing Canada geese to Ohio during the 1960s, producing over 9,000 goslings annually.

Location: Carroll Township

Website: https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/magee-marsh-wildlife-area

GPS coordinates: 41.61417,-83.16389

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:30