Holtsville Wildlife & Ecology Center

Category: Park in Holtsville, New York

Address: 249 Buckley Rd, Holtsville, NY 11742, USA

Phone: +16317589664

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–3PM

Monday: 10AM–3PM

Tuesday: 10AM–3PM

Wednesday: 10AM–3PM

Thursday: 10AM–3PM

Friday: 10AM–3PM

Saturday: 10AM–3PM

Reviews

Jessica Marrero

Sep 27, 2022

Very nice place! Cute zoo and playground was awesome. Kids loved it. Greenhouse was beautiful as well. Will visit again, we didn't get to do the trails.

stephen maltese

Sep 22, 2022

Nice place to visit for family.

Christine Schmitt

Sep 19, 2022

Cute place to take little ones to see some live animals.

John Finneran

Sep 13, 2022

We liked this place alot. Its free, and taken care of. They had a bunch of cool animals. They had horse, eagles, wolves,Buffalo, goats, mountain lion, and a bunch more. They have a donation box on the way in/out. Please give what you can because I want to keep this place open for all to enjoy. I'm sure the $ goes to feed and keep up the animals health

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Questions & Answers

Is it free to get in

carlton | Oct 8, 2018
Maureen Mack | Oct 8, 2018

There is a nominal fee for parking Memorial Day to Labor Day

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It's open this time of the year? Or open in April?

John De santis | Oct 8, 2018
Jay g | Oct 8, 2018

It's open all year long.

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Are dogs allowed

Robert Martinez | Oct 8, 2017
Dominic Lampman | Oct 7, 2020

No

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Can i get dirt for the garden there?

RoseMarie Witek | Oct 8, 2019
Andy K | Oct 8, 2019

Nope

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Is there a food station?

Maritza Reap | Oct 8, 2018
John De santis | Oct 8, 2018

No

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Is there a fee?

Lisa Evko | Oct 8, 2017
Artisan Photogroup | Oct 8, 2017

In the last few years they started charging a vehicle use fee for parking. Only $5 for non residents... more than reasonable for what this place offers. Bring quarters for the animal food vending machines also.

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Is the center currently open?

Jordon Fontana | Oct 7, 2021
Eric Alles | Oct 7, 2021

Nope all closed till March

Do they have handicapped parking area and ramps?

Jennifer Golden | Oct 8, 2018
Bill Liu | Oct 8, 2018

Yes

I would like to know what is the policy's of Holtsville Ecology's hiring new Employees.

Diane Hoffmann | Oct 8, 2018
John De santis | Oct 8, 2018

Call them

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How many miles is the walk around the site?

Torren Mitchell | Oct 8, 2017
Elise Robinson | Oct 8, 2017

About 1.2 miles

Is the concession stand open?

kim ber lee lynn | Oct 8, 2017
Artisan Photogroup | Oct 8, 2017

Usually during the season only.

Can I pay in cash or card or both when entering?

Mrs.Styles Stratus | Aug 8, 2022
Zedekiah The Servant | Aug 8, 2022

Both. There is a machine at the entrance that accepts both cash & card, usually with an attendant accompanying it to help point you to your destination & answer your questions.

Is the zoo still under construction?

Dana George | Jun 9, 2022
Souvik Chatterjee | Jun 9, 2022

Probably. Only the back quarter of it though

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Can you dump asphalt there?

Helder Sencadas | Apr 10, 2022
Daniel Suarez | Apr 10, 2022

Not really

Is the animal exhibits still under construction? Would like to visit but I heard half the park is closed down.

Annie Hubbard | Apr 10, 2022
Andrew Kaufer | Apr 10, 2022

Yes

Is There any fee for sunday 10/31

Margie Fauci | Nov 11, 2021
Erin K | Nov 11, 2021

There is no fee to go into the park, however if you're not a town of Brookhaven resident with a sticker they charge to park.

Is there a parking g fee fir this weekend?

Brianna Clever | Oct 7, 2021
Dan O'Neill | Oct 7, 2021

Yes they have parking meters. You can download the app and pay from there so it's pretty convenient

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Are service dogs allowed?

David Jackson | Oct 7, 2021
Charlie La Rocco | Oct 7, 2021

Yes. Just need to double check if dogs are ok in the animal section.

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I'm looking to organize a group event - (hiking around the paved track) Is there a charge for parking or admission?

rh 1530 | Oct 7, 2021
Karen Rodriguez | Oct 7, 2021

Yes there are pay meters they are quite reasonable you can pay according to how long you want to stay.I think 3 hrs is a good amount of time.They have swimming pools sep fee.

Is the ecology Center open if it’s raining or is drizzly

Sue A | Oct 7, 2021
Boston | Oct 7, 2021

Yes

Can you buy lunch there and can you get gifts at ecology center

Christine DeMasi | Oct 7, 2021
Kristen Madonia | Oct 7, 2021

No to both! Ecology center doest have a gift shop. I think you are able to buy food at the pool if you take a walk there but i am not sure if they are open!

Are islip residents allowed in yet

Janet Durdrn | Oct 7, 2021
Kristen Madonia | Oct 7, 2021

Everyone is allowed in now, parking fee is different and you need a reservation for the ecology center!

Is half of the park still closed for construction?

Mike Peppe | Oct 7, 2021
Kristen Madonia | Oct 7, 2021

Last time i checked it still was i went a few weeks ago you could try calling!

Do I have to make a reservation to see the animals

Christi Truglio | Oct 7, 2021
Kristen Madonia | Oct 7, 2021

Yes, currently everyone is required to make a reservation. They are also doing construction so more then half the exhibits are closed. Llamas, goats, foxes, owls, peacocks and buffalo are open

Is this open today?

Michelle Gonzalez | Oct 7, 2021
Deborah Guerrero | Oct 7, 2021

Last I checked on their website they were closed on weekends. Maybe it changed.

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Is it open to see the animals?

Denise Baez | Oct 7, 2021
Barbara Schaffer | Oct 7, 2021

https://www.brookhavenny.gov/197/Holtsville-Ecology-Site yes but you have to make a reservation

Is this center open on sunday and are they open at all with covid and all?

R D | Oct 7, 2021
Deborah Guerrero | Oct 7, 2021

They are closed on the weekends. You have to make a reservation on their website to go in Monday thru Friday.

Can any one visit this place?

Marvin Fuentes | Oct 7, 2020
Jonny P | Oct 7, 2020

Yes, anyone can visit. It's open to the public.

what time are you guys open and close

Ariana Ospina | Oct 7, 2020
Kristel Santos | Oct 7, 2020

Sunrise sunset

What is the ticket price?

Emily Chomba | Oct 7, 2020
Tynesha Hamilton | Oct 7, 2020

10.00 you have to purchase it online. They don't allow you to purchase at the both anymore.

It's July 19, 2020 and Long Island is in Phase 4 of the reopening. The Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank has reopened. The Bronx Zoo has reopened. When will the Holtsville Ecology Center Animal exhibits reopen? Closing Permanently? :(

Denise Delaney | Oct 7, 2020
Karen Balezos | Oct 7, 2020

When phase 4 is open

Good morning can you tell me if your zoo is open for the children today?

Diane Hoffmann | Oct 7, 2020
l lojo | Oct 7, 2020

What is phone number to ecology center. The link gives me phone for highway dept. I have a question whether the farm will accept two - 2 week old ducks my son brought home. They are healthy. We can’t continue to care for them. Please help thank you

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Is the pool open yet

kim addamo | Oct 7, 2020
Lynn Obrien | Oct 7, 2020

I believe they are starting to charge a fee today, so the pool might be opening today.Call first.

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How much does it cost

BOBBIE MORELLO | Oct 7, 2020
Cheryl Schaeffer | Oct 7, 2020

Free but parking is $5

is it open on the 4th of july

Marc Ferrante | Oct 8, 2019
Michele Garofano | Oct 8, 2019

The pools open on the 4ty

is the pool open yet?

gloria figueroa | Oct 8, 2019
Yolanda Sorto | Oct 8, 2019

Yes of course it's already open

Is the center still closed due to parking lot repairs? Went on Wednesday of this week, and told me they were closed.

Middle Island Presbyterian Church | Oct 8, 2019
Samantha Sarro | Oct 8, 2019

I'm sure they did that on their slowest day of business. Paving takes no time at all

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Do they accept volunteer workers here

Charles Schortemeyer | Oct 8, 2019
Nakia LeBron | Oct 8, 2019

Yes they do you can sign up to volunteer on the centers website.

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How do I apply for work in the animal preserve?

Wesley Beauchamp | Oct 8, 2018
Arle | Oct 8, 2018

Not sure. Maybe through Brookhaven town?

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Do you collectused blankets & bedding for the animals or nearby cebters?

Yvonne Martocello | Oct 8, 2018
J | Oct 8, 2018

No, donations of money are accepted but not required .

Are pets allowed

Michele Michel | Oct 8, 2018
Rosemarie LiveLoveLife | Oct 8, 2018

Yes.

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