J. A. McFaul Environmental Center

Category: Park in Wyckoff, New Jersey

Address: 150 Crescent Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481, USA

Phone: +12018915571

Opening hours

Sunday: 8:30AM–5:45PM

Monday: 8AM–5:45PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5:45PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5:45PM

Thursday: 8AM–5:45PM

Friday: 8AM–5:45PM

Saturday: 8:30AM–5:45PM

Reviews

TOM CRONE

Apr 30, 2022

Alway'z a wonderful place to stop and just enjoy the beautiful ground'z, along with all the sight'z and sound'z that nature offer'z... As well as the friendly and knowledgeable staff...

Sean Mueller

Apr 20, 2022

Lots of parking within the gates, portable restrooms, some rehab birds and a woodland trail. No dogs allowed (there is a resident heard of deer.) No playground equipment or sport games allowed.

Patricia A Johnson

Feb 10, 2022

What a nice place to see live turtles and frogs. Also they have injured birds to see. They have lots of info about the local area. Also it is located in a park that has a gravel trail for a walk in the woods. There is an asphalt circular path to walk and a picnic area. It is a nice place to spend an afternoon. I have gone back several times and found new discoveries each time. Keep your eyes open. ENJOY.

Sharon Ree

Jan 2, 2022

Free. Beautiful. Super safe. Plenty of parking. No dogs! No skateboarding/biking? I’m assuming-I didn’t see any signs except a “no bikes beyond this point” at the trail entry… No feeling the wildlife… we threw rocks into the lake to see ripples, but it seemed like the geese had been fedbe cause they swam straight up to my kid, and looked at her and waited… It’s a hidden gem that locals know of. Animals in enclosures and deer walking around, the pond and trails are just the right size for a family with little kids or anyone recovering from surgery, like my mom who discovered this place after knee replacement surgery. picnic tables, seats, wooden deck area, the trail or if you prefer, the main circular roadway that speed walkers will prefer… it’s got just the right amount of incline. Bathrooms are available inside when the building is open… otherwise, port-a-potties are available (may be a post COVID thing)

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Questions & Answers

How much money is it per person?

Dahlia Iuliano | Aug 1, 2020
Brian C. | Aug 2, 2020

It is free! You can donate if you like to.

Is fishing permited?

Leticia Nunez | May 29, 2018
Barbara Lloyd | May 30, 2018

No. It is wildlife sanctuary and part of the county park system. No flora or fauna May be taken. Enjoy it.

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Is it possible to make a contribution to the Center in honor of someone?

Steve Wheatley | Apr 28, 2021
Sean Mueller | Apr 29, 2021

I have seen memorial plaques on benches, Trees, fenced areas. Such a wonderful idea!

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Can a dog walk on leash inside?

Aliza Driller | Jan 28, 2021
Michele Schaper | Jan 29, 2021

No. there are many signs saying no dogs and no pets. This is a wildlife sanctuary and no pets of any kind are permitted

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Are there any animals to see?

Catherine Seto | Aug 31, 2020
Matthew Kafka | Sep 1, 2020

There are some animals out. We went on a hot day and none of the animals were moving at all. But on the "hike" we saw a deer fawn nursing on its mama maybe 20 yards away frome us!

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Will they take in fledglings that were abandoned by its parents and also can’t fly yet?

[]Mochizukiii[] | Jan 28, 2021
Michele Schaper | Jan 29, 2021

Fledglings are never abandoned but if you are aware of something happening to the parents to prevent care in these final stages you can call the Avian Rehab Center at 973-702-1957. The Environmental Center does not take them.

Do you take care of an injured hawk

Florence Hollmann | May 28, 2020
Michael Torrento | May 29, 2020

Yes they will

Can you drive through and feed the animals like six flags safari?

Kenneth Campbell | May 28, 2020
Christine Fey | May 29, 2020

No. You park and walk near a pond and some caged animals being mended. So animals vary. Small bldg with some fish and turtles. Usually some rabbits or similar with babies. Great place for small children. Very calming atmosphere.

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I am a teacher of 4 year olds. Do you host any programs for this age group? Or are you just a park or safe haven for wildlife?

Ann Rocklein | May 28, 2020
kit kat | May 29, 2020

They do trips just give them a call to set it up

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how many acres are there?

Scott Borntrager | May 28, 2020
Henry Wimcas | May 29, 2020

81 acres according to Bergen County's (the county its in) website

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