Amagansett
Amagansett, NY 11930-2230
Plan Your Visit
There are no amenities located at this national wildlife refuge. Only the beach section of the refuge is opened to the public; the back dune area is closed to all entry. Visitors can enjoy a walk on the beach to observe and photograph fish, wildlife, and migratory birds. The refuge beach is a favorite site for seals and shorebirds, though it is closed seasonally from March 30 through August 31 to protect nesting habitat.
Parking is available on town property; a permit may be required.
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National wildlife refuges partner with volunteers, youth groups, landowners, neighbors and residents of urban and coastal communities to make a lasting difference. Find out how you can help make American lands healthier and communities stronger while doing something personally satisfying.
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About
Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge features a unique double dune system, a habitat largely lost on Long Island due to development. The refuge was established in 1968 at the site of a former Lifesaving Station to support the national migratory bird management program. Its 36 acres of fragile shore habitat provide critical nesting, foraging, and resting areas for threatened and endangered species such as piping plovers and roseate terns.