Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve

Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve is a 103-acre (42 ha) Natural Area Preserve in Northumberland County, Virginia. The preserve protects an area of fresh and brackish tidal wetlands at the confluence of the freshwater Bush Mill Stream and the saltwater Great Wicomico River, which serves as important habitat for numerous species of birds.[1]

Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve
Bush Mill Stream as seen from the observation deck
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Location	Northumberland County, Virginia
Coordinates	37.8724°N 76.4486°W / 37.8724; -76.4486
Area	103 acres (42 ha)
Governing body	Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

The preserve is open to the public during daylight hours and contains hiking trails, a boardwalk over the stream, an observation deck, and signs about the history of the stream. It is owned and maintained by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.[1]