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Wharton State Forest is New Jersey's largest state forest, spanning more than 122,000 acres throughout Hammonton's Pinelands area.
The forest is named in honor of 19th-century landowner Joseph Wharton, who is known for his proposed plan to tap the Pine Barrens' groundwater for drinking water for the city of Philadelphia.
Visitors can explore the former Batsto Village bog iron and glassmaking center, which operated between 1766 and 1867.
Lovely hiking trails showcase native wildlife like bald eagles, ospreys, turkeys, river otters, and foxes, while miles of unpaved roads offer opportunities for horseback riding and mountain biking.
Year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation range from fishing, hunting, boating, and swimming at Atsion Lake to cross-country skiing throughout the winter months. Other attractions include a museum shop, an interpretive center, and day-use picnic sites.
Wharton State Forest, Hammonton, NJ 08037, Phone: 609-561-0024
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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