Horicon Marsh, Mayville

4.8

#13 of 86 in Wildlife in Wisconsin

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Horicon Marsh is a marsh located in northern Dodge and southern Fond du Lac counties of Wisconsin. It is the site of both a national and a state wildlife refuge. The silted-up glacial lake is the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the United States.

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By russianwulfgar

This isn't a woodland hike so you'll most likely be in the sun for a good portion of your time walking around the marsh. Either wear a hat and long sleeve shirt and pants, or bring sunscreen and bug..... more

This isn't a woodland hike so you'll most likely be in the sun for a good portion of your time walking around the marsh. Either wear a hat and long sleeve shirt and pants, or bring sunscreen and bug..... more »
By ImmerWandern

It was quite the haul from the southwest suburbs of Chicago to this natural jewel but well worth the effort even though it made for quite a long day trip. Horicon is the largest freshwater cattail...

It was quite the haul from the southwest suburbs of Chicago to this natural jewel but well worth the effort even though it made for quite a long day trip. Horicon is the largest freshwater cattail... more »

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By Brooke Vincent

The Horicon Marsh is a jewel in Wisconsin!! It is beautiful and well taken care of, it offers educational experiences for people of all ages, really cool geocache finds, and amazing nature trails! Definitely bring your binoculars and a camera to take pictures!! Great for all ages and levels of nature lovers!

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By Patti Stewart

If you are looking for nature that is breathtaking this is one of the most beautiful migrations you will ever. I have been coming here since I was a young teenager. New photo's from 3/14/2021. The migration is coming, scouts are out. The birds are looking rough after their travels.

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