
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
Nature
Major Atlantic Coast wildlife refuge with auto tour and trails — covers migratory shorebird and waterfowl biology, salt marsh ecology, and conservation.
What families say
This refuge is a hit for wildlife-watching field trips—families report seeing eagles, osprey, herons, and hawks along an easy 8-mile driving loop with a walking trail option, making it great for kids interested in birds and photography (bring binoculars). Plan for bug spray, especially by mid-June, and know that the back portion of the drive can get pothole-rough, so drive carefully. It's a low-key, self-paced outing rather than a structured program, good for a morning or sunset visit with time to stop often for views.
Ages 5–16
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800 Great Creek Rd, Galloway, NJ 08205
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