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A 12-square-mile natural oasis in New Jersey, 26 miles west of New York City. Learn about its wildlife, habitats, history, and recreational opportunities, including the first Wilderness Area in the Department of Interior.
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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 ...
- 7,800 acres (32 km²)
- Morris County, New Jersey, U.S.
A wildlife hotspot in New Jersey with over 11 miles of foot access trails, wildlife observation blinds and a visitor center. Learn about the history, wildlife and activities of the refuge, and find directions, FAQs and contact information.
Learn about the 8,000 acre Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in Morris County, NJ, and how to protect and support its wildlife and habitat. Find out the latest events, news, and bird sightings at the refuge and join the Friends of Great Swamp organization.
Learn about the geological, natural, and human history of the Great Swamp, a 35,000-acre watershed in New Jersey. Discover how the Great Swamp became a National Wildlife Refuge and how to join the Great Swamp Watershed Association.
Find the best hiking trails in Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, a protected area for wildlife and habitat in New Jersey. Explore 4 trails with different levels of difficulty, length, and suitability, and see reviews, photos, and maps from nature lovers.
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