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Wildlife watching

At Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

There are many animals that live year-round on the Refuge, while other wildlife varies with the season. The Refuge is located on the Atlantic Flyway and serves as both a transitory point for migrating birds and a seasonal home for many species. Take a walk on the many trails. Look carefully for white tail deer, wild turkeys, and squirrels. Near the freshwater habitats watch for muskrats and otters. Mink can often be spotted as they forage for their next meal.

Take a look at some of the links below for more information.

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Brochure

Bird Brochure

Edwin B. Forsythe NWR: Wildlife Drive Self-Guided Tour

Wildlife Observation, Wildlife Photography, Environmental Education and Interpretation at Edwin B. Forsythe NWR

Manned and Unmanned Aircraft Use for Recreational or Commercial Purposes at Edwin B. Forsythe NWR

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Activities

Birding

In the foreground, 2 people with large orange backpacks hike up a steep slope of rock and lichen. In the background are big mountains with snow patches on top, a lake in a valley, and a cloudy sky.

Hiking

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

800 Great Creek Road
Oceanville, NJ 08231-0072

(609) 652-1665

P.O. Box 72
Oceanville, NJ 08231-0072

Forsythe@fws.gov

Injured Wildlife

Our staff does not rehabilitate wildlife. Contact a local rehabilitation facility provided by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife.

Marine Mammal or Sea Turtle Strandings

Contact the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) based in Brigantine, New Jersey: 866-755-6622 (24-hour Hotline).

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Report deer displaying symptoms to the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Office of Fish and Wildlife Health and Forensics at 908-735-6398 or the Southern Region Law Enforcement Office at 856-629-0555.