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Lat/Long Coordinates
N41 17.038' W081 12.703'
Special Features
- Emergent marsh - Wildlife viewing
Facilities
This unimproved site is managed by the Division of Wildlife.
Learn more
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.
Local directions
Located east of Mantua in Portage County. P 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).
RELATED INFORMATION
Nature Preserve Map
Preserve Rules & Regulations
Handicapped Accessible Preserves
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Preserves Open to the Public
Application For An Access Permit
Access Permit Form (pdf)