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Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site

Set amid the sagebrush and pine is this small 260 acre wetland. From spring through fall, the marsh is a stopover for many migratory species. The marshes and bulrushes support mallards, northern pintails, American wigeons, cinnamon teal and gadwalls. Each spring Canada geese use the elevated structures for nesting. American avocets, common snipe, and two species of rails may be spotted in the shallows of the marsh. Yellow-headed blackbirds will weave nests amoung the tall bulrushes and sedges.…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 39.505627, -120.24059

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • UNION FLAT
  • Golden Quartz Picnic Site
  • Camp Lisa Group Site
  • Jamison Creek Campground (sites 1-70)
  • Alpha Omega Observation Site
  • SKILLMAN

Frequently asked questions

Is Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site reservable?

Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site?

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How do I book a campsite at Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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