Dexter Marsh

Dexter Marsh is a 1,350-acre (5.5 km²) marsh located at the eastern end of Lake Ontario in Dexter, New York. It was declared a National Natural Landmark in May 1973.^[1]

Dexter Marsh
Map of New York
Location	Dexter, New York
Coordinates	43.98454°N 76.068478°W / 43.98454; -76.068478
Area	1,350 acres (5.5 km2)
U.S. National Natural Landmark
Designated	1973

The marsh is managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation as the Dexter Marsh Wildlife Management Area.^[2] The marsh is a popular fishing and trapping area as well as a migratory bird layover. Lacking barrier beaches, it is directly exposed to Lake Ontario's winds and waves. It is a relatively undeveloped bay-head area on the Great Lakes.^[3]

See also

• List of National Natural Landmarks in New York
• List of New York state wildlife management areas