Bays Branch WMA Parking Area provides access to a 990-acre state wildlife area located about 3 miles northeast of Panora, offering excellent opportunities for waterfowl and upland bird viewing and hunting.

The area features diverse habitats including marsh, lake, upland, and timber areas. Parking is available at the access point, with directions via Highway 4 north to 200th Street, then east approximately 2 miles to the lake.