| 100
Mile Marsh is a small wetland area popular for
birds, especially water fowl, and birdwatchers. Depending on the
month, depends on the birds spotted in the marsh. The wetland
marsh is located on Highway 97 in the town of 100 Mile House,
British Columbia, Canada.
Circling
the marsh is an interpretive walking path leading to some viewing
benches and a grassy picnic area located near the highway entrance.
The picnic area, just off the highway, is also the location of
some historic artifacts and a First Nation teepee.
Most
arrive at the marsh for the birdwatching opportunities. Both local
birds and migratory birds visit the marsh. During April, May,
October and November Trumpeter Swans visit the wetland marsh.
Some of the other birds to watch for include Northern Flicker,
Barn Swallow, Pied-billed Grebe, Yellow-headed Blackbird, Blue-winged
Teal, Green-winged Teal, Ruddy Duck and Spotted Sandpiper.
How
to Get to 100 Mile Marsh: Travel highway
97 into the community of 100 Mile House. Once in the community
the marsh is located behind the tourist information centre.
Contact information for
the local 100 Mile House community accommodations, tours,
guides, activities, campgrounds, golf courses, attractions,
realtors, etc. are posted under the community links listed
to your right. >>> |
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BC Tourism Website Network 
100
Mile Marsh