MARSH WETLANDS - 152 ACRES
Main Feature:
Wildlife viewing opportunities.
Marsh Wetlands is part of the Mantua Swamp region which was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1976 by the U.S. Department of the Interior. This preserve, dedicated in 1990, is a marvelous emergent marsh along the Upper Cuyahoga State Scenic River. Active beaver lodges are present. Excellent habitat for waterfowl as well as numerous other wetland species of both plants and animals.
Location:
Located east of Mantua; proceed east on Mennonite Road from State Route 44. The preserve is west of Peck Road (County Road 167) and south of Mennonite Road (Township Road 256). A sign is present but there are no other visitor facilities. This preserve is owned and managed by the Division of Wildlife.
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