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Visit the 12-square-mile natural oasis in New Jersey, only 26 miles from New York City. Learn about the refuge's wildlife, habitats, history, and recreational opportunities, and see the first Wilderness Area designated on Department of Interior lands.
Designated. May 1966. The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located in Morris County, New Jersey. Established in 1960, it is among what has grown to be more than 550 refuges in the United States National Wildlife Refuge System. The first part of the Great Swamp that was assembled and donated for perpetual preservation by the park service ...
Learn about the wildlife, history and activities of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in New Jersey. Find directions, hours, FAQs and tips for visiting this natural area.
Explore four hiking trails in Great Swamp NWR, a registered National Natural Landmark in New Jersey. Find trail maps, reviews, photos, and directions for easy to strenuous hikes in this wildlife sanctuary.
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Oct 2020. A great off beat wildlife refuge can be found in the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge area. Its a little difficult to find if one isn't aware of the area but its worth a trip. The park offers numerous areas to watch birds and wildlife. Several areas have accessible water sites to watch ducks.
Learn about the history, habitats, and wildlife of Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge at the Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center. Explore the exhibits, library, nature shop, and self-guided walks on the refuge grounds.
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