About Felix Neck

Sunset at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary

Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary is a place for everyone, protecting the habitats, wildlife, and spectacular views for which Martha’s Vineyard is renowned. Four miles of trails through woodlands, meadows, ponds, salt marsh, and along shorelines allow for exploration, discovery, and quiet contemplation.

Location

100 Felix Neck Drive, Edgartown, MA 02539
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Mailing Address

PO Box 494
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Hours

January–March 

Monday–Friday, 9 am–4 pm; closed Saturday & Sunday
Trails: Daily, dawn to dusk

April–May 

Monday–Friday, 9 am–4 pm; Saturday, 10 am–3 pm; closed Sunday
Trails: Daily, dawn to dusk

June–Mid-September

Monday–Friday, 9 am–4 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am–3 pm
Trails: Daily, dawn to dusk

Mid-September–December 

Monday–Friday, 9 am–4 pm; closed Saturday & Sunday
Trails: Daily, dawn to dusk

Admission

Members: Free
Nonmembers: $4 Adults, $3 Seniors (65+), $3 Children (2-12)
EBT Participants: Free for up to 4 people when you show your EBT card

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Universally Accessible Nature Center
  • Universally Accessible Restrooms
  • Picnic Area

Acres

194

Trail Mileage

4 miles (universally accessible: 1 mile) Details >

Sanctuary Highlights

  • Kayak tours of Sengekontacket Pond throughout the summer and special seasonal sunset and moonrise paddles.
  • Ongoing conservation projects that engage citizen science volunteers, including Osprey monitoring, Horseshoe Crab research, and coastal waterbird tracking.
  • Discovery Room for all ages with live animals, marine life touch tank, and hands-on activities.
  • Butterfly and bird gardens that host some of nature’s winged wonders.
  • Fern & Feather Summer Day Camp, named "Best of the Vineyard," a memorable part of Island childhoods since 1964.
  • Gift shop offering nature-based books and products as well as locally handcrafted goods and art.