1-3 Hours
Birdwatching at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Gateway National Recreation Area
The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is well known as a great place to bird watch, for both the beginner and experienced birdwatchers.
The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is a great place to birdwatch, whether you or brand new to birding, or have an extensive life list. There are two fresh water ponds that were built by Robert Moses are a main draw to the many birds who stop here during spring and fall migration. There are also many year-round birds that call the refuge their home. More than 300 different species have been spotted at the refuge. The refuge is open daily. There are walking paths and bird blinds on both the East and West Pond. If you plan to go to the East Pond please have footwear that can get muddy.
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BirdwatchingBirdsGateway National Recreation AreaJamaica Bay Wildlife Refugebirdwatchingmigratory birdsAtlantic Flyway
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Duration
1-3 Hours
Duration Details
Spend an hour or a day working on your life list. (The list of types of birds you've seen during your life).
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
Service animals are allowed. There is accessible parking at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge.
Pets
No — Dogs are not allowed at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Service animals are allowed.
Reservations
No
Location
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge