Buckhorn Island State Park

Grand Island, Erie County

Buckhorn Island State Park nature preserve includes nearly 900 acres of marsh, meadows, woods and the last vestige of marshlands and meadows that boarding the Niagara River. The island also boasts a Bird Conservation Area.

Wildlife to Watch

  • Gulls
  • Least bittern
  • Northern harrier
  • Sedge wren
  • Coots
  • Moorhens
  • Common tern

Where to Watch

  • Hiking trails
  • Nature trails
  • Overlooks
  • River

Recreational Opportunities

  • Hiking
  • Biking
  • Fishing
  • Cross-country skiing

Size

895 acres

Closest Town

Grand Island

Directions

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Contact Information

Telephone: 716-773-3271

Address: c/o Beaver Island State Park, 2136 West Oakfield Rd., Grand Island, NY

Website: Buckhorn Island State Park

Photo credit: OPRHP, Jeff Nadler