Merkle
United States, Maryland
Merkle
LocationUnited States, Maryland
RegionMaryland
TypeNatural Resources Management Area
Coordinates38.7277°, -76.7084°
Established1970
Area6.76
Nearest CityUpper Marlboro (8 mi)
Major CityWashington DC (20 mi)
About Merkle
Wintering ground for the largest concentration of Canada geese on the Chesapeake Bay's western shore. Maryland's only wildlife sanctuary operated by DNR, named after Edgar Merkle who pioneered goose reintroduction.