Nothing beats a day out in nature, and if you want to get away from the crowds in New Jersey's most popular state parks, head to the shore and visit the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge.
The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is absolutely enormous - covering 48,000 acres and more than 50 miles of coastline. It spreads across three counties and is an absolute haven for nature lovers.
The refuge was established to preserve important salt marshlands, barrier island beaches, and a small amount of upland areas. These habitats are home to migratory and shore birds, including many endangered or threatened species that travel along the Atlantic Flyway.
Perhaps the most well-known residents of the Forsythe refuge are the ospreys!
The Osprey cam operates year-round and allows anyone to watch these curious and important birds nest, hatch, and raise their young.
You can travel through the refuge on the wildlife drive any day of the year. The park is open from sunrise to sunset - but if you really want a treat, get up early and catch the activity just as the sun is beginning to start the day.
Birds and wildlife are most active at dawn and dusk, and the sun rising over the Atlantic is quite a beautiful sight to see.
You'll find more than just bird here. Foxes, turtles, and deer frequently make appearances.
The refuge is even beautiful in the winter! Visit in each season to see the variety of wildlife that spends time here - because this is such an important spot for migratory birds, there's always something new to see.
Visit the Friends of Forsythe NWR website to learn more about the habitats preserved by the refuge, as well as keep up with any events being hosted right here in this coastal oasis.
If you're looking for more places to add to your New Jersey nature bucket list, There's Another Little-Known Wildlife Preserve Just Waiting For New Jersey Explorers.
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