Location Details

The McCulley-Bastian Nature Sanctuary lies within a priority land protection area along the River Raisin. The sanctuary helps protect the water quality of the River Raisin and Lake Erie. The property is primarily southern floodplain forest, known in this part of the state for its species richness. The remaining uplands are mesic southern forest, and dry-mesic southern forest. The sanctuary provides excellent nesting habitat for neo-tropical migratory birds and certainly provides forest interior nesting habitat for a heavily fragmented portion of Michigan. The forested River Raisin corridor has connectivity to support wildlife migration as well.

Planning Your Visit:
It is open to public visitation during daylight hours, but has no marked trails or other amenities currently. Visitors are encouraged to bring a map and compass to find their way safely around the sanctuary.

How to Get There:
From M-52, take Sutton Road east for 2 miles. Turn right (south) on N Wilmoth Hwy and drive another 1.2 miles. After crossing the River Raisin, park on the shoulder near the driveway for 2600 N Wilmoth Hwy. The sanctuary is on the west side of the road.

For additional information, contact the MNA office at (866) 223-2231.