Welcome to the Friends of Great Swamp NWR Website
Our independent, non-profit organization is committed to protecting and supporting Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The 8,000 acre Refuge, located in Morris County, New Jersey, provides excellent recreational opportunities for visitors as well as protecting valuable habitat for wildlife. Look here for upcoming events, things to do, and ways you can help.
Refuge Status Report
The Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center is open Tuesday 10am to 4pm, Thursday through Sunday 10am to 4pm. The Refuge is open from sunrise to sunset. The America the Beautiful Interagency Pass, including the Annual Pass, the Senior Pass and the Disabilities Pass, are not available for sale at Great Swamp NWR. Interpretive tours are available for small groups including school classes, scout groups, and other youth and adult organizations. To arrange for a group visit, contact Jared Green, Refuge Specialist at jared_green@fws.gov.
Upcoming Events
Friday Walks with Friends
Third Saturday Walk – Awakening Amphibians and Ephemeral Wildflowers – White Oak Trail
Friday Walks with Friends
Gardenkeepers
Stay Informed
Our monthly email newsletter “Happenings” will bring you current information on events at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and other items of interest. Delivered right to your email in-box so you won’t miss a thing.
The Great Swamp featured on NJ PBS!
Sunday, April 12, 2026 1:30pm — 3pm
Join us as Michael Horne, Manager of the Lenape National Wildlife Refuge Complex, describes his experiences with the ins and outs of habitat restorations projects.
This program is Zoom only!!
Register at ttsu.me/habitatrestore
Sponsored by Friends of Great Swamp NWR and USFWS and with generous support from the Martha Heflin Foundation.
Click here to go the full list of recent sightings on the eBird website.