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Troy Wildlife Area

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Troy Wildlife Area is a 1,201-acre property located about three miles north of Elkhorn in northern Walworth County. Troy Wildlife Area consists of three parcels located on County Highway A, Hodges Road and Peck Station Road. The main habitat types are open wetlands, lowland shrub, oak and lowland forest, and a small section of restored prairie. Principal game species include deer, waterfowl, beaver, pheasant, small game and furbearers.

Management Objectives

Troy Wildlife Area is primarily passively managed in the wetlands and lowland shrub areas. The restored prairie is periodically mowed and receives spot herbicide treatment to control invasive species. The prairie and adjacent oak forest are periodically burned to maintain habitat health. Timber management, including harvest, occurs as needed to maintain forest health and regenerate oak.

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Recreation

The Troy Wildlife Area offers many recreational opportunities:

  • Birding
  • Cross-country skiing (no designated trail)
  • Hiking (no designated trail)
  • Hunting
  • Kayaking
  • Trapping
  • Wild edibles/gathering
  • Wildlife viewing

Amenities

  • Bathroom - none.
  • Parking lot - yes.
  • Campground and size - none.
  • Trails, Types and Lengths - none.

Maps

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