Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge

Wildlife refuge · Nantucket

Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge

Wildlife refuge · Nantucket

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147 Wauwinet Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554

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Nestled at Great Point, Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge is a serene 24-acre haven perfect for birdwatching, beach lounging, and seal spotting, away from the island's hustle.  

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147 Wauwinet Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554 Get directions

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147 Wauwinet Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554 Get directions

+1 978 443 4661
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"Off-Roading on Nantucket's Isolated Beaches Nearly half of Nantucket is open space and conservation land. Much of the island remains undiscovered unless you brave the isolated beaches and go off-roading. If deflating your tires and conquering sand trails sounds intimidating, instead explore the 16 miles of trails in the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge with a Conservation Foundation tour. Admire the dunes, coastal forests, and tidal ponds in one of the most isolated parts of the island. At the very tip of the elbow, you’ll be rewarded with Great Point Lighthouse (a.k.a. Nantucket Lighthouse) and views of seals frolicking in the waves. Families with picnics and fishermen looking for bluefish will line part of the beach, but this remote area feels private and removed from the hustle of the summer season elsewhere on the island."

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Ralph Profitt

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Very nice relaxing place to visit. We were able to see a lot of birds and had fun watching the seals. We rented a 4wd Bronco from a local rental agency so we could drive all the way to the lighthouse. Very clean area with beautiful beaches and ocean views.

Lee Ann Shafer

Google
Worth the expense of jeep rental and day pass!

Rodney Yoswig

Google
Beautiful place to enjoy the day! Lots of beach to relax, walk, play ball and fish. So peaceful and enjoyable watching the boats, water, wildlife, swimmers and people fishing. Make this a must do on your vacation.

J. Christy Wareham

Google
My most memorable time on Nantucket Island during a 6-month stay was day I took a solo hike out here to the lighthouse. The seals kept with me up and down what was that day an otherwise deserted beach (it was during winter), and the sounds, the wind, the ocean, the clouds, the descending sun late in the day — all of it — was almost mystical. I didn't bring enough water or food and was fairly dehydrated by the time I got back. So make sure your prepared. Perfect.

Tom Maloney

Google
The most beautiful beaches and ocean scenes, loved the Marine life-seals. Spectacular panaramic views. Fabulous wildlife refuge with a great tour guide named Barry. Recommend to anyone who loves and respects the beauty of the ocean and beaches!

Annie Jang

Google
Such a beautiful place!

Bryan

Google
The only cheap legitimate place on this forsaken island. You don't have to listen to stories about hang nails and pale thigh bruises caused by sailing skirmishes in the soft bays of Nantucket.

Devy J.

Google
More than 41 million people visit National Wildlife Refuges each year to participate in activities such as hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, and photography, and to attend environmental education and interpretive programs. Their spending generates almost $1.7 billion in sales and close to 27,000 jobs for regional economies. Wildlife Refuges are home to more than 700 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 250 reptile and amphibian species, and more than 200 species of fish. Fifty-nine Refuges have been established with a primary purpose of conserving threatened or endangered species. There is at least one National Wildlife Refuge in every state, and one within an hour's drive of most major cities — offering people a welcoming, safe, and accessible place to nourish their spirits and reconnect to the land. Just give a like for inspire..