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Marsh Haven Nature Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · Running trail in Waupun, Wisconsin · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Marsh Haven Nature Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Hikeable area housing artifacts, live animals and education exhibits, plus a gift shop.

What runners say about Marsh Haven Nature Center

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (90 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Well kept and well groomed trails on this side of the highway, beautiful sights from the observation tower.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Inside has so many educational items for all ages to enjoy.”

Small gift shop and a great little museum with some rescue animals in it. There is tons of historical information about the marsh and surrounding areas. Some nice little hiking trails and a lookout tower.

★★★★★ — Tom , Aug 2023

Easy loops of trail with either meadow or wetland views. Peaceful areas to sit and watch the birds.

★★★★★ — Dawn , May 2021

Lovely spot to stop during the birding festival. Enjoyed the nest box hike. The merganser mom and babies were awesome. Staff very helpful. Nice feeder area and prairie landscape to catch pictures of migrators. The courting and calls of the doves was hilarious. Found some goodies in the store.

★★★★★ — Christine , May 2025

This is a midway point between my home and my moms home. We've met here 2 or 3 times and still haven't seen everything lol. The first time we went for a reptile workshop/ presentation everyone LOVED it (this was before covid19). The trails are very well maintained.

★★★★★ — K , Nov 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 90 reviews →

Plan your run at Marsh Haven Nature Center

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • Websitemarshhaven.com
  • Phone+1 920-324-5818

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 12–4 pm
Friday 12–4 pm
Saturday 10 am–4 pm
Sunday 10 am–4 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Marsh Haven Nature Center

W10145 WI-49, Waupun, WI 53963

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.