Absecon State Wildlife Management Area

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Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Absecon State Wildlife Management Area is located in Atlantic County, New Jersey.


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Summary

The area spans over 12,000 acres and offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities for visitors.

One of the best reasons to visit Absecon State Wildlife Management Area is for birdwatching. The area is home to over 300 species of birds, including migratory birds like the osprey, peregrine falcon, and bald eagle. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, fishing, and hunting in designated areas.

Some specific points of interest to see at Absecon State Wildlife Management Area include the Mullica River and its tributaries, which offer scenic views and opportunities for water activities like kayaking and canoeing. The area also features several hiking trails, including the Absecon Trail and the Mullica River Trail.

Interesting facts about the area include its history as a hunting and fishing ground for the Lenape people. The area was also used as a training ground for soldiers during World War I and II.

The best time of year to visit Absecon State Wildlife Management Area depends on the activity. Birdwatching is best during the spring and fall migration seasons, while hunting is allowed during specific seasons in the fall and winter. Hiking and fishing can be enjoyed year-round.

Overall, Absecon State Wildlife Management Area is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the natural beauty of New Jersey.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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