More than 225 species have been sighted in the Chequamegon, including migrating tundra swans, eagles, osprey, ruby crowned kinglets, indigo buntings and rufous-sided towhees. 200 miles of trails, wildlife viewing platforms, interpretive exhibits and trail guides bring this seasonal display into focus. Great Horicon Marsh Located northeast of Beaver Dam in Dodge and Fond du Lac Counties, Wisconsin's Great Horicon Marsh is known worldwide for its tremendous spring and fall concentrations of Canada geese with the fall migration being the most spectacular. The southern third is owned by the Sate of Wisconsin and managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The state-owned southern third of the march is open to the public.
Canoe rentals are available nearby.
Other marsh-associated birds and mammals are common. Naturalist programs offered spring and fall. More than 300 species of birds have been sighted on the march. Stop at the Visitor Center to see the new exhibits, shop at Coots Corner, pick up free posters, maps and information. Accessible for persons with disabilities.