DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
DIVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION |
Park
Information Center
Lake Lenape Reservation Office
6303 Old Harding Highway
Mays Landing, NJ
609 625 8219 |
| PENNY POT PARK |
| Location:
Folsom Borough off Rt. 322, 561 and 8th Ave. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Canoeing |
| Fishing |
| Picnic Tables |
| 20 acres |
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| Camp Acagisca |
| Location:
6755 Weymouth Road, Mays Landing |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Canoeing |
| Fishing |
| Picnic Tables |
| 20 acres |
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| Gravelly Run Tract |
| This tract has frontage on both approximately Rt. 559 (mp 12.2) and Babcock Avenue in Hamilton Twp. A major feature of this tract is Gravelly Run that flows through the middle of this property. Internal trails lend themselves to hiking, mountain biking and viewing of this unique stream. |
| Location:
Block 1127 - Lot's 2,3,10,22,&24 = 154.07 ac's - Hamilton Twp. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Hiking |
| Mountain Biking |
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| Cologne Tract |
| This large tract was obtained to preserve the valuable role its streams play as a buffer protecting run off into the Great Egg Harbor River Watershed. Several major tributaries consisting of Babcock Creek, Mankiller Branch and Adams Branch run through the length of this property. The property hosts an extensive road and trail system ideal for hiking and mountain biking. Of special interest are the large and open flood plains along the stream beds. Call 625-8219 for directions and parking options. |
| Location:
Block 854 - Lot 30 = 699.32ac's - Hamilton Twp. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Hiking |
| Mountain Bike Riding |
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| Pine Ave Tract |
| Location:
Block 847 - Lot U / K - approx. 400 ac's EHT Frontage on East side of Pine Ave EHT |
| This tract of over 400 acres has an extensive internal trail system. Horseback riding options abound as well as hiking and Mountain bike riding trails. Access is gained along Park frontage on Pine Avenue. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Hiking |
| Horseback Riding |
| Mountain Bike Riding |
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| WEYMOUTH PARK |
| Weymouth Park is the site of the former
Weymouth Iron Forge and Papermills and includes remains of
an early industrial center. |
| Location:
near the intersection of Rts. 322 and 559. |
| Facilities and Activities |
| Canoeing |
| Handicapped Barrier Free |
| Historic Site |
| Fishing |
| Rest Rooms |
| Picnic Tables |
| 11 Acres |
|
| LENAPE
PARK |
| Lenape Park is the largest in
the County Park system. In addition to a wide array of recreational
actitivties, the park protects a major portion of the 'Wild
and Scenic' Great Egg Harbor River. |
| Location:
6303 Harding Highway in Mays Landing on the Western side of
Lake Lenape. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Boating |
Boat Ramp |
| Camping |
Canoeing |
| Cross Country Skiing |
Handicapped Barrier Free |
| Guided Tours |
Hunting |
| Fishing |
Hiking |
| Nature Trails |
Rest Rooms |
| Playground |
Boathouse |
| Scenic View |
Gazebo |
| Horseback Riding |
Picnic Tables |
| 1921 Acres |
|
| GASKILL
PARK |
| In addition to a variety of
passive and active recreational opportunities, Gaskill Park
is an excellent site for photo opportunities and is the site
of many weddings throughout the year. |
| Location:
At the head of the tidal portion of the Egg Harbor River in
Mays Landing |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Boating |
Historic Site |
| Fishing |
Boat Mooring |
| Rest Rooms |
Playground |
| Scenic View |
Gazebo |
| Picnic Tables |
| Handicapped Barrier Free |
| 10 acres |
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JOHN F. GAFFNEY
GREEN TREE GOLF COURSE |
| Green Tree is a par 70, 5440 yard, 18 hole
golf course good for all skill levels. |
| Location:
Rt. 559 in Egg Harbor Township |
| Facilities and Activities |
| 18 Hole Golf Course |
| Driving Range |
| Rest Rooms |
| 241 Acres |
|
| RIVERBEND
PARK |
| This tract of land is located in Egg Harbor Township, along the eastern shore of the Great Egg Harbor River. Riverbend properties consist of 1294 acres, and can be accessed by Mays Landing - Somers Point Road, Betsy Scull Road, or Lida Avenue. Hiking and biking and horseback riding occur here. The Northwestern edge of the tract includes the 90+ acre P. A .L. property. The Firearms Training Facility is located within the Riverbend Tract. |
| Location: County Rt. 559 at the confluence of Matthew's
Run and the Great Egg Harbor RIver. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Archery Range |
Firearms |
| Fishing |
Hiking |
| Rest Rooms |
Hunting |
| Cross Country Skiing |
Horseback Riding |
| Scenic View |
| Handicapped Barrier Free |
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| ESTELL
MANOR PARK |
| Estell Manor Park has many
trails, athletic fields, picnic areas and is the location
of the Warren Fox Nature Center. |
| Location:
3.5 miles south of Mays Landing on Route 50. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Boating |
Picnic Tables |
| Camping |
Canoeing |
| Cross Country Skiing |
Guided Tours |
| Historic Sites |
Hunting |
| Fishing |
Hiking |
| Exercise Trail |
Nature Trails |
| Softball |
Volleyball |
| Rest Rooms |
Pavillions |
| Playground |
In Line Skating |
| Scenic View |
Horseback Riding |
| Veterans Cemetery |
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| Handicapped Barrier Free |
| 1714 acres |
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| VETERAN'S
MEMORIAL PARK |
| Dedicated to those who served
in all wars. |
| Location:
Fire and Zion Roads, Bargaintown. |
| 3 acres |
|
| KLINGENER
FISHING PIER |
| This lighted fishing facility
also offers a scenic view and is good for bird watching. |
| Location:
Rt. 152 between Somers Point and Longport. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Fishing |
Scenic View |
| Handicapped Barrier Free |
| 2 acres |
|
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| OSCAR
E. McCLINTON JR. WATERFRONT PARK |
| This waterfront facility is
designed to offer a quiet area for neighborhood activities. |
| Location:
New Hampshire Ave., Atlantic City |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Fishing |
Scenic View |
| 4 acres |
|
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| WHIRLPOOL
ISLAND PARK |
| A tidal marsh island, Whirlpool
Island is used mainly by hunters and is an excellent birding
area. Limited access by boat. |
| Location:
Shelter Island Bay near Northfield |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Boating |
Fishing |
| 185 acres |
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| ATLANTIC COUNTY BIKEWAY |
| The Atlantic County Bikeway is a 7.56 mile
bike and pedestrian path running from the Shore Mall in Egg
Harbor Township to the Atlantic County Vocational Technical
School in Hamilton Township also known as the bikeway east.
|
| Location:
The bike path has three trail head
parking areas, located at the Shore Mall, the Atlantic County
Vocational Technical School, and at English Creek Avenue. |
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| GALLOWAY
TRACT |
| This area is currently in it's
natural state |
| Location:
Great Creek Road, Galloway Twp. |
| Facilities
and Activities |
| Cross Country Skiing, Hunting, Hiking |
| 371 acres |
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| LEEDS POINT NATURAL
AREA |
| The Leeds Point Natural Area is a small
tract of natural land. |
| Location:
Leeds Point Road, Galloway Twp. |
| 4 acres |
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| ATLANTIC cOUNTY PARK SYSTEM AT A GLANCE |
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