Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

Photo Credit: Allison Durno

The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre develops awareness, enjoyment and understanding of the environment and wildlife.  It is a not-for-profit centre that is open all year round.

You can canoe through the marsh or just take a walk in the woods. There are many short trails for the novice “stroller” or longer trails for the more hardy “hikers”.  If you prefer, you can take a guided walk with one of our Outdoor Educators, who can discuss many points of interest. They also offer snowshoeing and 25KM of cross country ski trails (groomed and track-set) for all skill levels throughout the winter months.

Wye Marsh is designated as an Important Bird Area and is home to an amazing diversity of bird species. Wye Marsh provides nesting habitat to some uncommon species such as Least Bittern, Black Tern and the Trumpeter Swan. Moreover Wye Marsh is also one of the best places to observe the habits of a number of mammals such as beaver, porcupine, mink and river otter. There are also a number of live, native amphibians and reptiles in our display hall.

The Wye Marsh has special guided hikes through the marsh and our largest events of the year, Sweetwater Harvest, Wye Marsh Fundraising Dinner and the Wye Marsh Festival.  Wye Marsh festival is an environmental celebration that offers demonstrations, music and outdoor adventures.  Wye Marsh is a great place to visit in all seasons!