Cedarburg Bog | |
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Map of Wisconsin | |
Location | Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, Wisconsin |
Coordinates | 43°23′14″N 88°00′27″W / 43.38722°N 88.00750°W |
Area | 2,200 acres (890 ha) |
Designated | 1973 |
Cedarburg Bog is a bog located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin owned by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.[1] It is the largest intact wetland complex in southeastern Wisconsin.[2] The bog is a refuge and habitat for several species of plantlife and wildlife.[3] It was designated a Wisconsin State Natural Area in 1952 and a National Natural Landmark in 1973. Additionally, it is part of the National Experimental Ecological Reserve Network.[4]