This ecosystem contains miles of waterfront on the Great Bay National Estuarine Reserve and the Little Egg Harbor Bay area of the Barnegat Bay Estuary , salt marshes tidal creeks, sedge islands, maritime forests and a Native American shell mound. It is perfect for all types of ecotours, kayaking, hiking, picnicking, canoeing and beachcombing because it is well known for opportunities to observe wildlife at home.
Waterfowl are a common site in surrounding waters, as well as song birds and birds of prey.
Not only can you enjoy the natural beauty of historic Tuckerton, but there are also convenient places for clamming, fishing, photograhy, crabbing, hunting and bird watching.