Combee Tract

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Combee Tract, also known as the Edwin B.


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Summary

Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, is a stunning natural area located in the state of New Jersey. Visitors to this area can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, bird watching, and wildlife observation. The refuge spans over 47,000 acres and is home to a variety of plants and animals, including endangered species like the piping plover.

One of the main highlights of a visit to Combee Tract is the opportunity to see migratory birds, particularly during the fall and winter months. The refuge is home to over 300 species of birds, and visitors can see everything from ducks and geese to herons and egrets. The refuge also offers guided bird walks and other educational programs throughout the year.

Other points of interest at Combee Tract include the Salt Marsh Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding wetlands, as well as the Wildlife Drive, a nine-mile loop that takes visitors through various habitats and offers the chance to see a variety of wildlife.

Interesting facts about Combee Tract include its status as one of the most important bird migration areas on the East Coast and its designation as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. The refuge is also home to several historic buildings, including the Forsythe House, which dates back to the 1700s.

The best time of year to visit Combee Tract depends on what you want to see and do. Fall and winter are the best times for bird watching, while spring and summer are better for hiking and exploring the area's natural beauty. Overall, Combee Tract is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in nature and wildlife in New Jersey.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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