Important Update
Tenafly Nature Center is a non-profit, independent, member-supported nature preserve in Bergen County, New Jersey. Since 1961, TNC has nurtured an appreciation for nature and been a leader in open-space preservation and environmental education for our community and beyond.
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Open seven days a week, year-round. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to visit our trail guidelines to learn more prior to their visit.
Groups of 10+ are asked to contact TNC prior to their visit.
The stewardship of nearly 400 wooded acres for the purposes of conservation, education, recreation, and community engagement.
A community that feels a strong connection to the natural world and actively partners with us to promote the highest level of biodiversity possible for our natural areas.
We steward ~400 acres of hardwood deciduous forest and wetland habitat in order to protect, improve, restore, and sustain it for native wildlife. We work to improve the quality of freshwater water resources and strive to maintain high biodiversity on our land.
We teach over 30,000 people annually to enjoy, understand and gain an appreciation and respect for the natural world. Our staff offer significant opportunities for students to engage with real-world challenges that extend beyond the confines of the classroom.
We maintain over seven miles of hiking trails for pleasure and exercise. We encourage visitors to spend time outside so they may maintain a healthy mental well-being. We have many natural areas for birding and wildlife watching, like Pfister’s pond.
For over 60 years we've supported our local community and provided opportunities to build a strong connection to the natural world. We partner with businesses and government officials to guarantee that nature is accessible to all.
Our Seasonal Programs are the perfect way for individual families and adults to enjoy the seasons with TNC!
Lost Brook Trail Run
Shake off winter and embrace the season with the Lost Brook Trail Run at Tenafly Nature Center! This reimagined 5K/10K course winds through the woodlands and wetlands of the Lost Brook Preserve, welcoming beginning to seasoned trail runners, hikers and walkers. Learn More and Sign Up Today!
03-22-2025 04:00 PM
Salamander Search
TNC Visitor Center
03-22-2025 06:00 PM
Spring Equinox Campfire & Night Hike
Tenafly Nature Center
03-23-2025 10:00 AM
Forest Defenders
Tenafly Nature Center
03-24-2025 03:30 PM
Forest School Afternoons: M/W Spring 2025
Forest School Outdoor Classroom
03-25-2025 03:30 PM
Forest School Afternoons: Tu/Th Spring 2025
Tenafly Nature Center
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Tenafly Nature Center is thankful for the support of the following partners who are helping to protect and preserve the open space here at TNC through sponsorships, grants, and in kind donations. Please visit their websites by clicking the business logos below and thank them for their partnership with TNC by supporting them.
