Marine Nature Study Area

Nice Re-Visit

This preserve, tucked away in a suburban neighborhood, has greatly expanded since I came here about 25 years ago with my 3 then-young sons. Raised walkways over wetlands lead to packed dirt &/or water...

Fresh air and open space

A short trail takes you through a variety of ecosystems. The birds are the attraction for many, and they were plentiful noth on land and water. I found the mussels and clams fascinating. We saw a m...

Nature Preserve

This gem in Oceanside is a nature lover’s dream. It is beautiful year round, with a variety of wildlife and wonderful marine habitat. Bring your binoculars and cameras.

CLOSED ON SUNDAYS/MONDAYS

I was visiting the area and had an hour or two to spare and this sounded like a lovely place to wander and bird watch... I did not realize that it is a gated property and the hours are Tues-Sat, 9am-5...

A beautiful natural area! The staff was very helpful!

I was very familiar with Oceanside, NY since I grew up in Far Rockaway but never knew that this place existed. It is a beautiful natural area! The staff in the visitors center was very informative and...