Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park
Established: 2002
Size (acres): 250
Location: New Providence
Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park is a uniquely beautiful site located in the centre of New Providence. Herons, egrets, ibises and cormorants have established the largest rookery for these species on New Providence. Surveys by the Bahamas National Trust's Ornithology Group have identified 101 different bird species in the park, including the globally threatened Bahama Swallow.
Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park was the first national park to be declared in New Providence, the seat of Nassau, the nation's capital. The park is located near the highest concentration of citizens and the epicenters of the tourism industry.
The development of this park will provide enjoyment, recreation and education for persons on New Providence. The park has been established as the Bahamas' first Watchable Wildlife Pond and its development will bring conservation, enjoyment, education and recreation to the doorstep of an unprecedented number of Bahamians.
What's protected . . .
- Green space on the densely populated New Providence island
- Critical bird habitat
Partner and project links
- Watchable Wildlife Pond Project goals
- Harrold and Wilson National Park Site Support Group
Contacting Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park
If you are interested in becoming a part of the Site Support Group for Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park please contact Lynn Gape, Carolyn Wardle or the Bahamas National Trust headquarters.