Welcome to Laura Howe Marsh Welcome to the Laura Howe Marsh. We hope that you will spend a memorable few minutes or hours enjoying the amazing variety of flora and wildlife. From insects and frogs to great blue herons and red foxes, wetlands like the Laura Howe Marsh are home to a wider variety of wildlife than any other Ontario Habitat. How many species will you see?

A Marsh is a type of wetland in which the water depth is usually less than two meters. That is the maximum depth for growth of rooted aquatic plants such as reeds, cattails, arrowheads, water lilies and pondweeds. The best wildlife habitats are found in marshes, such as this one, that have a mix of open water and emergent plants. The marsh provides a spawning and nursery area for fish and amphibians, a winter refuge for deer and songbirds, and a rich food source for beavers and hunters such as snakes, foxes and birds of prey.

The short loop, which is .4 km in length, takes approximately twenty minutes to stroll. You will be able to walk the long loop, which is 2km in length, in approximately one hour. Take time to enjoy the marsh from the viewing platforms.

Sturdy shoes are advisable. Don't forget to dress appropriately for the weather. During the fly season from May to early August, insect repellent is also recommended. Enjoy your wetland adventure.