Directions: In north Decatur, AL at the intersection of US Hwy 31 and AL Hwy 20/Alternate US Hwy 72 (this is the south end of the Hudson Bridge just before it crosses the Tennessee River), take Hwy 20/Alternate 72 west for 4.7 miles to Finley Island Road. Turn right onto Finley Island Road and go 0.9 miles to the signboard and marsh overlook on the left (west) side.

Description: In the middle of the extensive agricultural fields that lie just west of Decatur, BP-Amoco has preserved a corner of prime woodland and marsh habitat. This area is worth stopping to check for marshland residents such as Red-winged Blackbirds and Common yellowthroats during spring and summer months. At other times of the year, the marsh could produce a variety of waterfowl including Wood Duck and American Coots. Some careful searching could also turn up a Virginia Rail or Sora. The neighboring woodlands host a variety of nesting songbirds, and the fields should be checked for wintering sparrows. While not open to the general public, the nearby Wetlands Edge Learning Center is available for school groups.