Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge, Islip
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Facts and practical information
Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge is located in the hamlet of Islip, New York, on the south shore of Long Island. It is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as part of the Long Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex. The refuge consists of 196 acres bordering the Great South Bay, separated from the Atlantic Ocean only by Fire Island. Situated in a heavily developed urban area along Champlin Creek, the refuge is an oasis for many species of migratory birds and waterfowl. ()
Established: 1968 (56 years ago)Elevation: 3 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°42'37"N, 73°12'40"W
Day trips
Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Westfield South Shore, Fairfield Properties Ballpark, Bay Shore Mini Golf, East Islip.