About Us
About Lakeside Reefing
Welcome to Lakeside Reefing — where passion for the reef hobby meets a commitment to quality, transparency, and community. We're a small, dedicated coral operation based in Midland Park, New Jersey, and we've built everything we do around one simple promise: the coral you see is the coral you get.
Our Story
Like most reefers, it started with a single tank and a whole lot of curiosity. What began as a hobby quickly grew into something bigger — a deep love for the science, artistry, and community of reef keeping. Over time, that passion turned into Lakeside Reefing: a place where fellow hobbyists can find healthy, hand-selected corals from someone who genuinely cares about the animals and the people who keep them.
We're not a big-box operation. We're reefers, just like you.
The WYSIWYG Promise
We believe you should know exactly what you're getting before it arrives at your door. That's why every coral we sell is What You See Is What You Get (WYSIWYG) — individually photographed and listed so there's no guesswork, no surprises, and no disappointment. The coral in the photo is the coral in the bag.
Rooted in the Reef Community
We're proud members of the NJ Reef Club and active participants on Reef2Reef, one of the largest reef keeping forums in the world. Community is at the heart of what we do — whether that's sharing knowledge, supporting local hobbyists, or hosting events like the North Jersey Fall Coral Show.
With 50+ Google reviews from fellow reefers, we're grateful for the trust this community has placed in us. Every review, every repeat customer, and every thriving tank out there means the world to us.
Nationwide Shipping — With a DOA Guarantee
We ship live coral nationwide via Priority Overnight, so your animals spend as little time in transit as possible. We take packaging seriously — every order is carefully packed to survive the journey and arrive healthy.
And if something goes wrong? We stand behind our livestock with a Dead on Arrival (DOA) policy. Your satisfaction and the health of your reef are our top priorities.
Carbon Neutral Shipping
We love the ocean — it's kind of the whole point. That's why we're committed to carbon neutral shipping on every order. You can feel good knowing that your coral purchase isn't costing the planet. Learn more about our carbon neutral shipping commitment.
Come Find Us
We're based at 268 Greenwood Ave, Midland Park, NJ. Whether you're a local reefer or shipping nationwide, we'd love to be part of your reef journey.
Have questions? Reach out — we're always happy to talk coral.