Description:
The 3,117-acre Refuge was established in 1968 and consists principally of marine habitats and includes tidal bottom up to mean high tide (bay), salt marsh, and a fresh water pond. Most species of Long Island's waterbirds have been document on this Refuge. During winter months, numerous waterfowl species can be observed at this Refuge. Up to seven thousand ducks have been reported for one survey during peak use. The most common waterfowl species include black duck, scaup, Canada goose, canvasback, bufflehead, mallard, goldeneye and merganser.

Public Use Activities:
The bay is used for wildlife observation, fishing, boating, swimming and shellfishing. Mill Pond also is open for fishing.

Directions:
Access to the Refuge is limited to private boats or rentals. Residents outside of Oyster Bay may enter the Refuge by boat from Long Island Sound. Visitors in vehicles may travel local roads adjacent to the Refuge. The Refuge does not provide parking.

Mill Pond is located off W. Main Street. Onsite parking is not available.

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