Jefferson Marsh Wildlife Area

Jefferson Marsh Wildlife Area consists of approximately 3000 acres lying between 1 and 3 miles east/southeast of the City of Jefferson, Jefferson County. This wildlife area is primarily a large wetland restored in 2005 from agricultural drainage. This restoration resulted in a diverse wetland ranging from open water marsh in the south to a 900 acre tamarack bog in the north. This tamarack stand is a State Natural Area.

To find the wildlife area travel east of Jefferson on US Hwy 18 about one mile and watch for a parking lot on the south side of the road. Another option is to head east of Jefferson on US Hwy 18 and turn south on county Hwy Y. Continue approximately 2.5 miles southeast on Hwy Y to 3 different parking lots centrally located within the property.

The restored wetlands south of Hwy Y can provide excellent waterfowl hunting opportunities while the uplands and tamarack bog between Highways Y and 18 can provide a remote deer hunting experience in southern Wisconsin. The majority of the wildlife area provides excellent opportunities for walking and wildlife watching due to extensive internal access roads. Dove hunting opportunities on 6 acres of sunflower and corn fields.

For more information on Jefferson Marsh Wildlife Area contact the property manager.

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