Reservations are required for all groups of 10+ people.
Looking for the perfect spot for a community meeting, family gathering or business retreat? Affordable and attractive rentals are available at the Tenafly Nature Center. TNC members may rent the Oak Pavilion/Fireplace or Sapling Pavilion/Campfire Ring for meetings, workshops, or parties. The facilities are suited to small low-key events: adult groups and children’s parties with a maximum of 25-50 people (including children under 2).
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Rentals may be scheduled between the hours of 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, seven days a week.
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A wheel-chair-accessible, eco-friendly, water-less composting toilet is next to the parking lot and just 90 feet from the pavilion spaces.
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Two flush restrooms are available, for scheduled rentals, on the ground floor of the Visitors Center.
Individuals and Family Use
Visitors are welcome to use the white picnic tables (located along the Yellow Trail). A facility rental is required for reserved use of the Pavilions, Campfire Ring & Fireplace.
Oak Pavilion & Fireplace
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A 30-foot by 40-foot open-air structure.
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Contains four 6-foot picnic tables and four 8-foot picnic tables which have wheelchair extensions.
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Has accessible concrete floor and walkway.
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Five lights line the walkway and there are nine pendent lights inside the structure.
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Additional outlets are available for approved equipment.
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Roll-down Sunbrella® cloths are available on three sides to keep out inclement weather.
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A large covered fireplace is available for use (with staff supervision)!
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For forest protection, safety, and insurance reasons, fires are permitted only with staff supervision.
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Can accommodate a maximum of 50 people.
Sapling Pavilion & Campfire Ring
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A rustic spot in the woods 150 feet southeast of the parking lot and Pavilion.
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A 20-foot by 30-foot open-air structure.
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Contains three 6-foot picnic tables and one 8-foot pcnic table which has a wheelchair extension.
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Has accessible concrete floor however the walkway is covered with woodchips.
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No additional covers, lights, or electricity are available at this site.
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A stone fire circle, ringed by nine benches is available for use (with staff supervision)!
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For forest protection, safety, and insurance reasons, fires are permitted only with staff supervision.
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Can accommodate a maximum of 25 people.
John A. Redfield Building
(Visitors’ Center)
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A temperature controlled building containing access to one large main room, one small side room, and a restroom.
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Wireless Internet access
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Use of tables and chairs as needed
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Can accommodate a maximum of 40 people.
Facility Rental Add-Ons
Enhance Your Facility Rental with an Environmental Program!
Groups of all ages can schedule a hands-on, educator-led program to explore and learn about the natural world. Available year-round, our programs are designed for a variety of group sizes.
Explore our current program offerings to find the perfect experience:
[View program options for onsite groups]
Fees:
- 60-minute program: $10 per student (minimum 10 students)
- 90-minute program: $15 per student (minimum 10 students)
Help support the animal ambassadors that live at TNC, in conjunction with a scheduled facility rental. Enjoy a 30 minute up close visit and Q&A session with your sponsored animal. All group sponsorship’s receive a thank you package which includes: a group photo with the animal, certificate, photograph of sponsored animal, recognition in our newsletter, species information and animal’s biography.
Fee: $60
Come visit our beloved seasonal exhibit filled with native butterflies. This add-on showcases beautifully colored butterflies sipping nectar and taking flight, offering students the opportunity to better understand and appreciate their life cycle and importance to the ecosystem. Inside you will be welcome to chat with staff or volunteers, ask questions, and enjoy the space while butterflies flit and fly about. Observe butterfly chrysalis in the chrysalis box. Maybe you will be lucky enough to see a butterfly emerge!
Fee: $2 per person (15 minutes per 10 people)
*The Butterfly House availability may change due to funding and weather. Butterflies are less active when temperatures are below 70 F or if it is overcast and/or raining.
Before or after your scheduled programs, enjoy a guided trail walk along one of our trails, led by a TNC staff member.
Fee: $50-$75 (30-60 minutes)
Add a Cozy Fire to Your Visit!
For an additional fee, groups can enjoy a fire at the Campfire Ring or Education Pavilion fireplace—perfect for roasting marshmallows or gathering around for stories.
- Fires are allowed only with staff supervision and in select locations.
- Fee includes firewood, setup, and cleanup.
- In case of inclement weather, Campfire Ring rentals may use the covered pavilion fireplace.
Fee: $60/hour
Facility Rental Pricing
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Hourly Rate: $85 (minimum 2 hours)
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1/2 Day Rate: $325 (4 hours)
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Full Day Rate: $640 (8 hours)
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Multiple dates: Call 201-568-6093 for rates
Tenafly municipal groups (e.g. senior center), and other officially sponsored borough groups may use the facility without charge. However, reservations are still required to avoid conflicts.
How to Reserve a Rental
Step 1: Complete and submit the Facility Rental Interest Form (click the button below).
Step 2: Review and sign the Confirmation & Invoice Form upon receipt.
Step 3: Mail the signed confirmation form with your non-refundable deposit.
Step 4: Submit the remaining balance by the due date listed.
Payment Options: Cash, check (payable to Tenafly Nature Center), purchase order, or credit card (notify TNC in advance).
Note: Rentals are a membership benefit. Not a member? Join today!
Facility Rental Policies
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Rental Location: Only the reserved facility may be used.
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Campfires: Permitted with staff supervision and prior reservation.
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Decorations: Allowed, but leave spaces as found. No noisemakers, balloons, piñatas, or explosive items.
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Sound: Small speakers allowed; DJs and large speakers prohibited.
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Alcohol: Not permitted. Violation may result in eviction, fines, and no refund.
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Trash & Recycling: Follow Leave No Trace. Bring trash bags; use TNC recycling for glass, metals, plastics #1, 2, and 5. Do not use outside trash cans for food or party items.
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Property Access: Open dawn to dusk; events must occur in reserved spaces unless otherwise arranged.
Rental Pricing Policies
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Current annual Family Membership or higher is required for all Facility Rentals. Not a member? Join Today!
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Select Premium Memberships receive a 10%-20% discount on Facility Rentals. Learn More
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Rentals for professional photography or filming subject to additional fees and requirements. Learn More
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A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required to reserve the rental.
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Set up & clean up time included in rental time.
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Tenafly Public School groups and Non-profit groups may qualify for a discount!
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Max. group size is 50 people for outdoor spaces.
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Max. group size is 40 people for indoor space.
Reschedule, Cancellation & Refunds
Rentals are outdoors and held drizzle or shine.
Memberships are non-refundable.
Processing fee: $50 for reschedules/cancellations.
Refund timeline:
30 days notice – 100%
11–30 days – 50%
- <11 days – 0%
Damage/garbage fees: minimum $50 invoiced.
- TNC reserves the right to cancel or terminate events for non-compliance or risk to wildlife.