Gateway NRA — Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, part of Gateway National Recreation Area, is a 9,155-acre urban wildlife refuge comprising salt marshes, open bays, freshwater and brackish ponds, and upland fields within sight of the New York City skyline, providing critical habitat for over 330 species of migratory and resident birds. It is one of the most significant shorebird and waterbird sites in the northeastern United States.
Permanent Collection
The refuge's 'collection' is its living ecosystem — salt marshes, grasslands, freshwater ponds, and bay waters that support extraordinary biodiversity in an urban setting. The visitor center presents natural history exhibits on the refuge's habitats and the migratory birds that pass through each season.
Collection Highlights
Hours & Admission
Hours
| Monday | 6am – 9pm |
| Tuesday | 6am – 9pm |
| Wednesday | 6am – 9pm |
| ThursdayToday | 6am – 9pm |
| Friday | 6am – 9pm |
| Saturday | 6am – 9pm |
| Sunday | 6am – 9pm |
Grounds open daily dawn to dusk. Visitor center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
Admission
Free Admission
Free admission. Part of Gateway National Recreation Area.
Access & Getting There
Accessibility
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible
Amenities
Getting There
A to Broad Channel
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