Home > So Much More
So Much More
So you think you know South Jersey. Sure you know about the parks, farms, wineries, trails and other attractions in the region. But there is so much more to discover.



< Prev1234 Next >
JD Thompson Inn
JD Thompson Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the heart of Tuckerton, a bayside community right along the Barnegat Bay. The Inn is within walking distance of the Tuckerton Seaport Museum and only a five minute drive to two excellent golf courses. The Inn was also recently renovated to include all modern amenities while maintaining the integrity of beautiful original architectural features such as mahogany three-story staircases, ten-foot ceilings, and ornate plaster moldings.
 
Mood's Farm Market
Since the 1870s – yes, that’s almost 140 years, the Mood Family has tilled the soil here in Gloucester County, growing farm-fresh produce. Now you can pick your own or just drop by the farm market and stock up on whatever the farmers have brought in from the fields. When the temps drop, drop by again for their apple and pumpkin hayride events.
 
Russo's Fruit and Vegetable Market
For some families, farming is more than a way of life – it’s a passion.  And the Russo family is one of them.  For nearly 100 years, the Russo’s have been providing the Burlington area with Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as delicious assortments of fresh pies, muffins, rolls, bread, cookies, and their famous Apple Cider Donuts.  Visit them at their farm in Tabernacle or at their stand at the Trenton Farmers' Market.
 
Silver Decoy Winery
The folks at Silver Decoy Winery sure pack a lot of activity into their 15 acres. There the top-quality wines that earned the New Jersey “Winery of the Year” award. And the vineyard tours and free tastings. And the weddings, corporate events and wine-education programs. Not to mention their experimental work in testing methods to grow some of the world’s great grapes in South Jersey.  
 
Tuckerton Seaport Museum
Cruise along the boardwalk that winds through Tuckerton Seaport 40 acres and you’ll not only travel into different centuries, you’ll discover the culture of the men and women whose lives are defined by the Barnegat Bay. Throughout the Seaport’s wetlands, maritime forest, and 17 original and re-created buildings, including boatbuilding centers, museum exhibits, and a real working wooden charter boat.
 
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center
Back in the day – that would be 1789 –the nation’s first glassmaking factory opened in South Jersey launching an industry that would define the region for almost two centuries. That heritage is preserved at the Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, a complex that combines a nationally-recognized glass museum, glass making studios, Down Jersey Folklife Center, tours, and educational activities. You can even try your hand at blowing your own glass artwork in their studio.
 
Cape May Bird Observatory Northwood Center
Just like real estate, when it comes to birding it is all about location, location, location. Right next to Lily Lake, the Cape May Bird Observatory Northwood Center's location on the migratory flight path makes it one of the best locations in the U.S. for birding. Join in daily walks, special events, workshops and other activities that will have you adding dozens of rare and unusual species to your lifetime bird list.
 
Cohanzick Zoo
The Cohanzick Zoo is proof that good things do come in small packages. This little jewel of a zoo sits in the middle of Bridgeton City Park, surrounded by trails and woods and a lake. But despite its relatively small size – there are about 100 animals from Africa, Asia and the U.S. and a walk-through aviary where you can get thisclose to dozens of feathered friends.  Best of all, admission is free.
 
Heritage Vineyards of Richwood
Part farm, part winery and vineyard, Heritage Station has more than 115 acres of tree fruits and wine grape vines grown on location. No trip is complete without tasting Heritage's award winning wines and learning about what new seasonal varities will be availabe in the near future.
 
Mercer County Park
Next time the kids say “I’m bored,” pack them and bring them to Mercer County Park. Somewhere in the 2,500 acre park they’ll find something to keep them busy. So will you. With Lake Mercer sitting in the middle, the park is equipped with dozens of fields for all kinds of sports, tennis courts, skating rink, trails for walking, biking or studying nature. And of course, picnic facilities. Now who could be bored with all that?
 
Russo's Orchard Lane Farm
Traveling through the New Jersey country side on a winding, tree-lined road, you will come to Russo's Orchard Lane Farm, which is a family owned and operated 250-acre fruit, vegetable, and greenhouse tomato farm. All of their farm produce is picked fresh daily and sold in their farm market. Russo’s also offers a fine selection of other fruits, vegetables, jams, jellies, cider, fall decorations, Christmas trees, and so much more!
 
Washington Crossing State Park
It wasn’t exactly the surprise the Hessian troops would have wanted early on a Christmas morning but when General George Washington led his troops on a secret crossing of the Delaware River, he launched what would become the Ten Crucial Days in the fight for American independence. The details of these monumental events are related in the 1,339 acre park’s Visitor Center where you can also find info on the 1400-acre nature area and hiking trails. Most special, the park hosts the re
 
Winding River Campground
Even in camping it all comes down to location, location, location. And you can’t get a location much better than Winding River Campground’s. Situated along the Great Egg Harbor River, the campground’s 105 trailer sites and 28 tent sites (as well as their 2 rental cabins) get the benefit of cool river breezes as well as lots of opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and tubing down this Wild and Scenic River.  
 
YMCA Camp Ockanickon

YMCA Camp Ockanickon, Inc. will remain environmentally-aware and proactive, and committed to the Green Acres Act of NJ while providing the highest quality programs and services that develop skills and offer lifelong learning opportunities to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

 
Camp Dark Waters
Camp Dark Waters serves its community of campers and staff by running recreational activities that are fun and nurture the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional life of young Friends and others. Based on the Quaker testimonies of Peace, Education, Simplicity, Stewardship, Equality, and Integrity, Camp Dark Waters' diverse community builds new friendships in a "family" atmosphere.
 
National Trails Day Celebration
Celebrating National Trails Day in South Jersey, the Outdoor Club of South Jersey is hosting a five mile hike/walk on June 8, 2008.
 
Whitesbog Historic Village

Standing in front of the turn-of-the-century general store, you can almost imagine Historic Whitesbog Village when it was a bustling company town and the center of New Jersey’s cranberry and blueberry industries. Surrounded by pine forests, cranberry bogs and trails winding throughout Whitesbog Village, many of Whitesbog’s historic buildings still stand.
 
Cove Campers Summer Camp
If you are dreading the kids’ traditional summer chant of “I’m bored,” the Cove Campers Summer Camp is for you . . . and them. The half-day environmental education program will have kids clamoring for more. During their sessions at Palmyra Cove Nature Park, kids entering grades 3 – 6 will have the chance to engage in all kinds of hands-on activities that will introduce them to the wonders of nature and the importance of keeping it safe.
 

< Prev1234 Next >