Braddock Bay Fish And Wildlife Management Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Braddock Bay Fish and Wildlife Management Area is located in the town of Greece, New York, on the southern shore of Lake Ontario.


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Summary

It is a popular destination for birdwatchers, fishermen, and outdoor enthusiasts.

One of the main attractions of the area is the diversity of bird species that can be observed throughout the year. Braddock Bay is situated on a major migration route, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching. Visitors can see a variety of waterfowl, raptors, and songbirds, including bald eagles, osprey, and great blue herons.

In addition to birdwatching, visitors can also enjoy fishing in the bay. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including northern pike, brown trout, and steelhead.

Another point of interest in the area is the Braddock Bay Marina, which provides boat access to Lake Ontario. The marina offers boat rentals and charters, as well as a bait and tackle shop.

Interesting facts about the area include its history as a Native American fishing and hunting ground, and its role as a stop on the Underground Railroad during the Civil War.

The best time of year to visit Braddock Bay depends on the visitor's interests. For birdwatchers, spring and fall are the best times to observe migrating species. Fishermen may prefer to visit in the summer or winter, depending on their target species.

Overall, Braddock Bay Fish and Wildlife Management Area is a unique and beautiful destination for those who enjoy the outdoors and want to observe wildlife in their natural habitat.

       

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National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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