Every day we have the opportunity to begin again. Waking up to see a sunrise is something we all ought to do at least once, though once you’ve experienced the humble-yet-awesome start to the day, you’ll likely want to do it again and again. There are many places to catch a beautiful sunrise in Ohio, including some that are likely not on your radar. Magee Marsh Wildlife Area is one such place. Known for amazing birding and beautiful Lake Erie scenery, this wildlife preserve also boasts the best sunrises in Ohio.
Purchased by the Ohio Division of Wildlife in August 1951, Magee Marsh Wildlife Area lies in some of the finest and most fascinating remaining wetlands in Ohio.
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With its location in Lake Erie’s Western Basin marshes, many avian species call this place home. Large numbers of Canada geese, mallards, black ducks, gadwall, and green-winged teals populate its waters and shores…
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…while birders and photographers flock to Magee Marsh in the hopes of seeing bald eagles, owls, osprey, and hawks.
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There are literally hundreds of birds at Magee Marsh at different times of the year, with this preserve a high-traffic area during spring and fall migration.
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Birding aside, there are numerous hiking opportunities here, including the accessible Magee Marsh boardwalk. Trails are open year-round, sunrise to sunset. Speaking of which…
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…the sunrises and sunsets at Magee Marsh are absolutely incredible.
Alex Quick/Google Local (Dogs enjoy the sunrises here, too, and are permitted at Magee Marsh provided they remain on leash. Only service dogs are permitted on the boardwalk, however.)
Walk on the boardwalk or scope out your fishing spot while taking in the amazing views of Lake Erie. Whether you wake up early for a sunrise or stay out past dusk to see the sunset, you’re in for a real treat at this glorious Ohio preserve.
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In fact, you might need to be both an early bird and night owl to really experience all this Ohio preserve has to offer!
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Magee Marsh Wildlife Area might be a birder’s paradise, but once you catch a sunrise or sunset here, you’ll agree there’s so much more wonder to experience at this Ohio treasure.
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Have you experienced a sunrise at this Ohio wildlife preserve before? The glorious sunrises at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area are worth getting up early to experience!
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(Dogs enjoy the sunrises here, too, and are permitted at Magee Marsh provided they remain on leash. Only service dogs are permitted on the boardwalk, however.)
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Address: Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, OH-2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449, USA
