Shooter's Island

About

You will find Shooter's Island in New York, NY, listed here as a wildlife refuge.

It carries a 4.8 rating, though only 6 people have weighed in — a small sample to read much into. That puts it 2nd of the 15 rated wildlife refuges we list in New York.

No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. And if it does not suit, 15 more wildlife refuges in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other wildlife refuges in New York.

What works

Under the radar
Strong ratings from a small crowd (6 reviews). Expect fewer people than the headline spots draw.
2nd best-rated in New York
Measured against the 15 rated wildlife refuges we track in New York.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Easy to pair with a second stop
15 other wildlife refuges sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this wildlife refuge posts schedules, closures and events there.

Worth knowing first

Thinly reviewed
Only 6 reviews, which is too few to tell you much. Worth a call ahead.
Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.

Planning a visit

General guidance for wildlife refuges, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Habitat first, visitors second — expect boardwalks, blinds and firm rules about staying on the path.

A good fit for birders and anyone who likes a slow, quiet walk.

When to go

Dawn and dusk are when the wildlife is actually out, and migration season is the payoff.

What to bring

Binoculars
Muted clothing
Patience

Amenities

Family Friendly

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Common questions about Shooter's Island

What is Shooter's Island?

Shooter's Island is a wildlife refuge in New York, NY.

What are the opening hours at Shooter's Island?

No opening hours are published for Shooter's Island. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the listed number, (212) 639-9675, before travelling.

Is there parking at Shooter's Island?

No parking is recorded for Shooter's Island. Expect to look for street parking nearby.

Is Shooter's Island good for kids?

Yes — Shooter's Island is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Shooter's Island rated?

Shooter's Island holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 15 other wildlife refuges listed on AllParx, including Woodcliff Lake - Wildlife Breeding Island Area, Ernest L. Oros Park and Joco Marsh.