Winter, spring, summer and fall — whatever the season, there’s always a reason to visit Horicon Marsh:
- Educational programs
- Wildlife observation
- Photography
- Hiking, including 1,400 ft. of boardwalk
- Geocaching
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Bicycling (in specified areas)
- Snowshoeing (rentals available)
- Cross country skiing (no groomed trails)
- Fishing
- Waterfowl, deer and upland game hunting
What to Know before You Go
- All areas of the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area are open to the public during daylight hours.
- Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and cleaned up after.
- There are two photo/bird blinds in the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area; they are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The following are not permitted: ATVs and snowmobiles; fireworks; camping or campfires; overnight parking and horseback riding.
- While entry to the Education & Visitor Center is free, there is an admission fee for the Explorium.
- You can check out these items at the Education & Visitor Center: binoculars, field guides, snowshoes (when there is enough snow), backpacks (with insects, birds, nature art, nature, pond and stream, and tracking themes). There is no fee but donations are always welcome!
- Horicon Marsh is home to two additional visitor centers: Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on Highway Z and Marsh Haven Nature Center on Highway 49. Learn more.
- The Horicon National Wildlife Refuge, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, maintains its own rules and regulations. Learn more.