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Atlantic County Government |
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There are a number of other parks in Atlantic County that are either municipal or federal. Here are just a few of them: Absecon Wildlife Management Area This are encompasses about 3,600 acres. This is a very good area for bird watching, especially shorebirds. Saltwater fishing and waterfowl hunting is allowed here. There is a public access boat ramp located on Faunce Landing Road in Absecon. Located in Northfield, this municipal park has an exercise trail and 5 miles of hiking trails. This park also contains a live animal display, seasonal food stand, and many ponds that are stocked with trout (fishing with a license). CLICK HERE to go to the Birch Grove Park web site.
This tract of federal land is over 20,000 acres of wetlands and forest. It is located in the area of Oceanville, and partly in the Barnegat area. There is an eight mile driving loop for nature observation, which can be walked or biked. There are also two short hiking trails and a Visitor's Center. There is an entrance fee, please call 609-652-1665 for details. This is a good area to look for bald eagles, waterfowl, snow geese, and owls. This municipal park located in Somers Point in an excellent picnic spot and bayfront beach area. A boat launch is available. Lester G. MacNamara Wildlife Management Area Located east of Tuckahoe, this is the oldest WMA in the state, started in 1933. It is about 12,377 acres and has uplands, marsh, and six lakes. Available are hunting, fishing, trapping, boating, and bird watching. Call 609-628-2103 for more information. Peaslee Wildlife Management Area This area is about 14,000 acres and includes upland game hunting and waterfowl hunting, and fishing. Bird watching and biking are also allowed. Port Republic Wildlife Management Area This is state owned, and three fourths of the 755 acres is salt marsh. You can hike, fish, bird watch, and hunt here. This is a large tract of land (about 110,000 acres) located in Atlantic, Burlington, and Camden Counties. Available are camping sites, four canoeing rivers, 40 miles of hiking, and Historic Batsto village. Call 609-561-3262. |
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