Note that it is best to approach this area from the west on 175th Street because the road is not maintained further east and may be mud after a rain.
See all hotspots at Bays Branch Wildlife Management Area
Important Bird Area.
This 990 acre state wildlife area offers excellent waterfowl and upland bird hunting and viewing.
About 3 miles northeast of Panora. From Panora. Take Highway 4 north to 200th St. Turn east and go about 2 miles to the lake.
Marsh, lake, upland and timber areas. This is a public hunting area.
Roadside viewing
Restrooms on site
Wheelchair accessible trail
Entrance fee
Content from Iowa Ornithologists' Union
Last updated August 4, 2023