Forsythe Wildlife Refuge Brigantine
800 Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ 08205
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Forsythe Wildlife Refuge Brigantine is a peaceful park located at 800 Great Creek Road, Galloway, New Jersey, United States. The refuge offers visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and unwind from daily life stressors. Spanning over 48,000 acres, the refuge is primarily composed of coastal salt marshes along the New Jersey coast.
Visitors can explore the scenic trails that pass through wetlands, ponds, fields, and woodlands. The refuge features a non-motorized boat launch on Lily Lake and a motorized boat launch at Scotts Landing. The Wildlife Drive, an 8-mile auto tour with excellent birding opportunities, is considered one of the best birding areas in the region. The drive features two wildlife observation towers, a boardwalk over the salt marsh, and links to a network of trails for hiking, wildlife observation, and photography.
The Visitor Information Center, open Wednesday to Sunday, offers pass sales and a gift shop run by the Friends of Forsythe. Entrance to the Wildlife Drive is $4 per car. The refuge is actively managed for migratory birds and supports a diverse range of bird species, including waterfowl, waders, shorebirds, and seabirds.
The refuge also provides habitat for the federally threatened piping plover and other beach-nesting birds. Visitors can participate in beach clean-ups, volunteer opportunities, and educational programs at the Visitor Information Center. The refuge focuses on understanding the needs of endangered species, combating climate change, and habitat management for migratory birds.
Overall, Forsythe Wildlife Refuge Brigantine is a haven for wildlife and a place where visitors can appreciate the beauty of nature and contribute to conservation efforts.
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"Forsythe is one of my favorite places to bird. On this trip I was there early on a weekday in October, and I basically had the wildlife loop all to myself. It was low tide which means the birds that feed at the mudflats or shallow water were active. If you have never been here before, note that in the summertime the biting flies can be absolutely maddening. They can make the day unpleasant if you plan to get in and out of your vehicle to see the birds."
"The most amazing state park ! It is an excellent place for birdwatching. I saw American goldfinches, hummingbirds, black bird red wings, juvenile bald eagle, egret, heron, cormorant ,osprey, and house finch."
"First time here! What a beautiful and well maintained wildlife refuge! Plenty of places to get out and take professional photos along the 8 mile one-way dirt trail. Also available are small hiking trails."
"Lovely place for a walk. You can take the trails (peaceful, quiet) or walk along the crushed gravel road (not as nice). Not hilly at all but more elevation than you would expect in this area. Good spot to see birds. There is a fee to enter but it’s an honor system (at least in the winter when I came). Bring your exact change so you can leave the cash in the envelope. Drop the envelope in a locked box. Always worth it it support clean parks."
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