Bona Ventura

Broad Channel, Queens · New York City

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

ParkLocal favourite

Over 12,600 acres of salt marsh, ponds and bay inside the city limits, one of the largest bird habitats in the northeastern US. Birders walk the pond trails during the spring and fall migrations.

Address
175-10 Cross Bay Blvd, Broad Channel, NY 11693
Hours
Trails daily 06:00-21:00; visitor center Fri-Mon 10:00-16:00 (NPS)
Best time to go
Morning · About 2 h
Price
Free
Price level
$

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Good to know

  • Trails open daily 06:00-21:00; visitor center Friday-Monday 10:00-16:00.
  • Spring and fall migrations are the best time.

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