Fox River WMA

Fox River WMA

Mount Sterling, Iowa 52573

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About this Location

Wetlands bordered by small tracts of grassland areas. Riparian terrain to the south along the Fox River.

Follow County Road J56 west out of the town of Mt. Sterling, Iowa in Van Buren County for a short ways, look for the Fox River WMA sign and parking area.

Wetlands bordered by small tracts of grassland areas. Riparian terrain to the south along the Fox River. Migrating waterfowl and shorebirds are readily seen. Nesting Red-Shouldered Hawks and Bald Eagles can be seen. Northern Harriers have also been observed.

Features

  • Roadside viewing

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Iowa Ornithologists' Union

Last updated June 20, 2023