Accabonac Harbor, Natural harbor in East Hampton, New York, United States.
Accabonac Harbor is a natural harbor in East Hampton with a protected wetland covering roughly 200 acres. The salt marshes support various plant species including cord grass, saltwort, and sea lavender in their natural ecosystem.
The harbor was donated to The Nature Conservancy in 1968 by Frederic E. Lake and Muriel Lake, establishing the foundation for conservation. This gift set the stage for decades of environmental protection efforts.
The harbor's name comes from the Native Americans who lived in this area, and today it draws birdwatchers looking for rare species. The place has become a local touchstone where people come to understand why wetland protection matters.
Access to the area is from Main Street in East Hampton, with parking available near Springs Fireplace Road. Waterproof footwear is necessary since the ground tends to be wet and muddy throughout the year.
The harbor serves as a crucial wintering ground for numerous waterfowl species and offers nesting grounds for federally threatened piping plovers and state endangered least terns. These rare bird populations make it a hotspot for ornithologists.
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