Many species of waterfowl winter on the Main Pond and hawks and owls can be found in the woodland. Some rare nesting birds include eastern bluebirds, the osprey, the brown creeper, and the winter wren. Rare plants such as pyxie moss, trailing arbutus and several types of orchids can be located in their natural habitat. Only A permit is needed for all access to the preserve. Requests should be made, in writing, to Connetquot River State Park Preserve, PO Box 505, Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY 11769.
Permits are free of charge.