Last updated: September 5, 2025
A Living Memorial
In the 1930s, landscape architects transformed Mason’s Island from neglected, overgrown farmland into Theodore Roosevelt Island, a memorial to America’s 26th president. They conceived a “real forest” designed to mimic the natural forest that once covered the island. Today miles of trails through wooded uplands and swampy bottomlands honor the legacy of a great outdoorsman and conservationist.
Public Programs
Join rangers for guided island tours, upcoming special events and more!
Trail Maps
Download a trail map, birding checklist or brochure.
Developing The Memorial
Explore proposed memorials to Theodore Roosevelt and see photos of the Civilian Conservation Corps at work developing the memorial.