Visiting Beaver Meadow
Beaver Meadow is a 364-acre nature preserve in North Java, NY. It features ponds, wetlands with a boardwalk trail, wooded uplands, meadows, an arboretum, and eight miles of well-marked trails. It is the only Buffalo Audubon property with a staffed nature center. Renovation of the first two floors of the nature center are nearly complete and it is now open to the public.
For the safety and comfort of all our guests and the wildlife that take refuge at Beaver Meadow, dogs and other pets are not permitted on the grounds.
For the safety and comfort of all our guests and the wildlife that take refuge at Beaver Meadow, dogs and other pets are not permitted on the grounds.
Noteworthy:
Most of our trails are low in elevation and difficulty.
You are welcome to bring snacks (or pack a picnic!) to the property but ask that you please be respectful and pick up after yourself. We have a carry-in/carry-out policy. Garbage cans are not available.
If you're visiting with children, be sure to visit our nature play area (a playground made of all natural materials), Storybook Trail, and Fairy House Lane. Nature Play is most suited for elementary-aged children, and may be found near the nature center. Fairy House Lane is also located near the nature center - Beaver Pond Trail will take you there! Storybook Trail may be found near the Arboretum (Field Sparrow Trail will take you there).
Easier family trails include Chipmunk Run, Beaver Pond Trail, Old Homestead Trail, and Jenny Glen Boardwalk.
Long Trail is our most challenging trail due to its elevation and length (1.5 miles).
For those with mobility concerns, we offer the Jenny Glen Boardwalk.
Download the Beaver Meadow trail map here.
Other Buffalo Audubon properties open for viewing, walking, and hiking include:
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Ayer-Stevenson Nature Preserve
Established in 1975, this 20 acre preserve is mostly young forest with a few large older trees and offers a beautiful trail that runs along Little Sister Creek. Wildflowers and wildlife are abundant here, especially songbirds. Shinleaf Pyrola, kingfishers, and golden crowned kinglets are often seen as one strolls through the property. Located at 8041 Dennis Road, Angola New York. Ghost Pond Ghost Pond is a 60 acre nature preserve adjacent to Beaver Meadow. The trail is approximately .8 miles long and is low to moderate in difficulty. See trail map here. Rose Acres Solitude is always the best word to describe Rose Acres. This is a great place to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of life. Once a summer home for Mrs Clifford Rose, Buffalo Audubon acquired this this 53 acre preserve in 1975. Host to a variety of habitats including mixed upland woods, a small stream, and a 5-acre beaver pond, wildlife abounds. This is a favorite spot for spring wildflower hikes as species such as trillium, hipatica and clintonia are easily found. Although the beaver has vacated the pond, the dam is intact. Rose Acres is located near the intersection of Torry Hill road and Java Lake Road. See map here. Google map is here. Please contact our office for more information at 585-457-3228 or [email protected] |
Buffalo Audubon Society
Beaver Meadow Nature Center
1610 Welch Road, North Java, NY 14113
585.457.3228