The Wetlands Institute
Coastal nature center with touch tanks, marsh trails, observation tower, and terrapin conservation.
About The Wetlands Institute
Coastal conservation center with hands-on exhibits, a touch tank, and marsh trails. The observation tower looks out over Stone Harbor's salt marshes — good for spotting shorebirds. Their terrapin conservation program has national recognition, and summer programs include kayak tours and wildlife walks.
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- Admission
- General Admission: $12 adult / $8 child
- Kayak Tours: $45 adultPer person, reservations required
- Hours
- Year-roundWeekdays: 9:30am - 4:30pmWeekends: 10am - 4pmExtended summer hours. Some programs seasonal.
- Time Needed
- 1.5-3 hours
- Address
- 1075 Stone Harbor Boulevard, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
- Phone
- 609-368-1211
- Website
- Official Website →
- Tours
- Guided tours availableSelf-guided tours
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