One of the most popular hotspots in this part of Michigan, there is good birding at any time of year. The farm unit is known for its large flocks of geese in spring and fall, where Snow, Ross's, Cackling, and Greater White-fronted are sometimes mixed with the Canadas. The wetlands and channels will attract waterfowl, particularly dabbling ducks, as well as shorebirds and Sandhill Cranes.

Raptors of all sorts are readily found here, including hawks, eagles, falcons, and owls, with rarities Swainson's Hawk, Mississippi Kite, and Ferruginous Hawk having been recorded for the site.

Obligate breeding grassland birds occur including Henslow's Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, Upland Sandpiper, and Bobolink. Typically the vicinity of 117th Ave around 58th and 59th is best for these.

Northern Shrikes may be found in the winter. Loggerhead Shrikes historically bred at this site, with one recent record of an individual in 2020.

Blue Grosbeaks have occurred in several years along 59th between 118th and 117th, including a pair in 2014.

Unusual for Michigan was a young male Lark Bunting apparently on territory along 58th and 59th in 2015.

Also known as the Todd Farm or the Fennville Farm Unit, this site is roughly encompassed between 120th Ave and 116th Ave, and 62nd Street and 57th Street. Driving roads and stopping to listen or scan key areas is recommended. Please avoid blocking farm vehicles, especially on the narrower dirt roads. Be aware of hunters on site during hunting seasons.

Allegan State Game Area is mostly oak-pine and oak forest, except for the Farm Unit Wildlife Refuge. Otherwise, the property consists of both herbaceous and forested wetlands representative of more southern habitat types, and oak savanna. Please note that entry is forbidden into designated "wildlife refuge areas," so be aware of area maps and signage. Rustic campgrounds are located at Ely Lake Campground and Pine Point Campground. 

Nearly 50,000 acres of family fun. Pitch your tent beside a cold-running stream or deep-woods pond and relish in the tranquility that surrounds you. Two campgrounds with over 20 miles of hiking trails. Bird watchers can enjoy the spring and fall migrations of waterfowl, warblers, and many other species. There are canoe routes, much of which pass through country little changed from the days when it was home to the Ottawa, Potawatomi, and Chippewa Indians. Now offer the Allegan County Equestrian Trail System (ETS), a 60-mile network of designated trails that allows equestrians to ride horses through the State Game Area on designated trails. The ETS consists of two separate trail networks. The largest trail network, consisting of almost 30 miles of trails, is connected to the popular Silver Creek Equestrian Park and Campground, which is located near Hamilton. Silver Creek Park has both day-riding and overnight camping opportunities. The other trail network connects Ely Lake and Pine Point campgrounds and is approximately 29 miles in length. Both Ely Lake and Pine Point have day ride parking areas and, beginning this year, will also feature overnight equestrian campsites.