Tuttle Marsh

The marsh area itself is a 380-acre impoundment surrounded by an additional 4100 acres of wetlands and forms part of the Huron-Manistee National Forest.

In a cooperative effort, the U.S. Forest Service together with Ducks Unlimited, the Audobon Society and Michigan Department of Natural Resources started developing the land in 1989.

Although their efforts so far have not included any development of facilities, their focus remains on managing water levels and improving habitat for a variety of plants, birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals like the Beaver.

It’s a bird lover’s paradise, especially during spring, and reported spotting of as many as 60 species in a single day should provide enough encouragement for the average birder to strap on his or her hiking boots.

To that point, the dykes surrounding the marsh make for excellent hiking and since you will be at an elevated level, they are perfect for spotting any of the 170 species of bird that annually pass through the marsh. Although, if you ask any of the frequent visitors to the marsh, they’ll be sure to tell you that the best sights and views are often only available if you venture off the beaten path.

Hunting and fishing is allowed, and all Michigan and Federal hunting regulations apply.

Tuttle Marsh is located on Tuttle Marsh Road - about six miles out of Tawas City. For more information, please call the U.S. Forest Service at 989-739-0728.

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