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How deep is Metzger Marsh?

How deep is Metzger Marsh?

one to four feet
Water depth in the marsh ranges from one to four feet. Metzger Marsh is a remnant of the 300,000-acre marsh which once bordered most of western Lake Erie from Vermilion, Ohio to Gibraltar, Michigan.

Where is Metzger Marsh Ohio?

Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area is located 20 miles east of Toledo just off State Route 2. Water levels are controlled to provide diversity for wetland plants and wildlife including fish.

Can you fish at Magee Marsh?

About Magee Marsh The most popular species caught here are Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Channel catfish. 24 catches are logged on Fishbrain. Please use your best judgement when determining where you can fish, and make sure you follow local regulations.

Where is Magee Marsh?

This 2,202-acre controlled hunting area is located 17 miles west of Port Clinton on State Route 2, and 10 miles north of Oak Harbor on State Route 19.

Why is Magee Marsh closed?

NEWS: The Sportsmen’s Migratory Bird Center at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area is currently closed for an exciting renovation project. Be sure to visit when the building re-opens in the spring of 2023 to check out the re-designed, fully accessible Magee Marsh Visitor Center.

Is the boardwalk at Magee Marsh open?

Magee Marsh boardwalk reopens 10, 2021. Wind speeds up to 70 mph knocked down numerous large trees along the beachfront parking lot and boardwalk. Work has been done to remove the necessary trees and make repairs to the boardwalk, allowing it to re-open for spring birding season.

Is the boardwalk open at Magee Marsh?

Magee Marsh boardwalk to be closed until Spring 2022 due to storm damage.

Is Magee Marsh Open 2021?

​Updated Magee trail map for 2021. To promote safety and social distancing, the Magee Marsh boardwalk is closed from Saturday, April 17, to Monday, May 31, except to those who hold a permit. Permits to access the boardwalk are available Friday through Monday, from April 30 to May 17.

Where is Metzger marsh wildlife area?

Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area is located 20 miles east of Toledo just off State Route 2. Water levels are controlled to provide diversity for wetland plants and wildlife including fish. Metzger Marsh is a remnant of the 300,000-acre marsh which once bordered most of western Lake Erie from Vermilion, Ohio to Gibraltar, Michigan.

What is the purpose of the Metzger Marsh?

Water levels are controlled to provide diversity for wetland plants and wildlife including fish. Metzger Marsh is a remnant of the 300,000-acre marsh which once bordered most of western Lake Erie from Vermilion, Ohio to Gibraltar, Michigan.

What happened to Metzger Marsh Duck Club?

Metzger Marsh Duck Club operated throughout the 30s and 40s as a profitable club until waters continued to rise eroding the barrier beach. By 1952, the wetland vegetation disappeared, and Metzger Marsh resembled an open-water cove of Lake Erie.