Tenafly Nature Center
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The Tenafly Nature Center is a 65-acre nature preserve adjoining the 316-acre Lost Brook Preserve. It is located at 313 Hudson Avenue, Tenafly, New Jersey, in Bergen County. It sits on top of the Palisades, a rock formation in northeastern New Jersey overlooking the Hudson River. The Tenafly Nature Center Association, a non-profit, member-supported organization, acts as steward of the combined 378-acre tract. Within this natural tract are more than six miles of trails, several streams, and Pfister's Pond. There is also a visitors’ center with live animals, nature exhibits and a library for members. A Backyard Habitat showcases wildlife-attracting flowering plants. The forest is predominantly oak, with some other deciduous and evergreen trees as well. In the spring, native wildflowers can be seen, such as trout lily; mayapple; spring beauty; and common blue violet, New Jersey’s state flower. Green frogs and bullfrogs, painted turtles, garter snakes and many species of migratory and native birds can be seen at the pond. Programs available to the public include guided hikes, maple sugaring, bird walks, summer camp, and apple cidering.
