Shirley, Suffolk County
There are five properties within the Long Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex: Amagansett, Elizabeth A. Morton, Oyster Bay, Target Rock, and Wertheim. The refuge contains a wide variety of habitats including beach, pond, bog, tidal flat, salt and freshwater marsh, shrub, grassland and maritime forest. Amagansett is a prime stopover for migrating raptors, shorebirds and songbirds. Oyster Bay is accessible by boat only. Turtles, seals, finfish and shellfish are commonly seen in various parts of the refuge.
Wildlife to Watch
- Long-tailed duck
- Piping plover
- Cooper's hawks
- Painted turtles
- Sea turtles
- Harbor seals
- White-tailed deer
- Red fox
Where to Watch
- Beach
- Nature trails
- Canoe/Kayak
Recreational Opportunities
- Hiking
- Canoeing/kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Fishing
- Hunting
Size
6,500 acres
Closest Town
Headquarters located in Shirley
Directions
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Contact Information
Telephone: 631-286-0485
Address: 340 Smith Rd, Shirley, NY 11967
Website: Long Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Photo credits: NYS DEC, USFWS