Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife Refuge

The 187-acre refuge includes sandy beaches, wooded bluffs, upland forest, fields, ponds, salt marshes, and lagoons along the north shore of Long Island.

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this protected area in 1954 through a land donation from Elizabeth Alexandra Morton.

The refuge serves as an educational center where visitors can learn about wildlife conservation methods and native species through guided programs and exhibitions.

Visitors can access the refuge from sunrise to sunset, with entrance fees supporting trail maintenance and requiring New York state fishing licenses for shoreline activities.

The north-south peninsula orientation creates essential resting spots for migratory birds, while surrounding waters provide critical habitat for juvenile Kemp's ridley sea turtles.

Location: Suffolk County

Inception: 1954

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/elizabeth_a_morton

GPS coordinates: 41.00472,-72.36972

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:48