Central Pine Barrens Nature Center

Central Pine Barrens Nature Center

Read about the Feasbility Study completed in 2025

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Celebrating 32 years of protecting a unique ecosystem for current and future generatio

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Celebrating 33 years of protecting water resources and a unique ecosystem for current and future generations

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EXPLORING NATURE

Hike a trail in the Central Pine Barrens

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Educational Programs

Educational Programs

Connecting youth and adults to the natural environment of the Pine Barrens

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Recreational Opportunities

Recreational Opportunities

Enjoy Long Island's largest natural area

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Our Mission

To manage land use within the Central Pine Barrens to protect its vital groundwater and surface water and the region's vast and significant natural, agricultural, historical, cultural and recreational resources for current and future Long Island residents.

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Seasonal Spotlight - Summer 2026

Sundew

prickly pear cactus

dwarf pine plains

sheep laurel

Butterfly milkweed

Highbush blueberry

pond

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Featured Publication

2025 Commission Annual Report

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Barrens to Bay Camp Monarch Butterflies

Celebrating 30 Years of the Law Enforcement Council
protecting the Central Pine Barrens

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