Manahawkin Wildlife Management park
Manahawkin Wildlife Management
One of the main points of interest at Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area is the Cedar Bonnet Island Environmental Trail. This interpretive trail is a half-mile long and winds through a pristine salt marsh, offering visitors the chance to observe a variety of birds, reptiles, and other wildlife. The site also features a fishing pier, boat ramp, and several picnic areas for visitors to enjoy.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that it serves as a critical stopover for migratory birds, including ospreys and peregrine falcons. It also contains rare plant species such as the wild rice that grows in the tidal marshes.
The best time to visit Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area is during the spring and fall when migratory birds are passing through the area. Additionally, the fall season is when hunting is allowed in the area, making it a popular destination for hunters.
Overall, Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area is a unique and beautiful destination in New Jersey that offers visitors the chance to experience nature at its best. Whether you're interested in birdwatching, hiking, fishing, or hunting, there's something for everyone to enjoy at this incredible site.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- 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 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.
- 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.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Manahawkin Wildlife Management, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass River State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Bodine Field | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chestnut Lake Rv Resort | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Godfrey Bridge - Wharton State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Godfrey Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Manahawkin Wildlife Management as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Manahawkin Wildlife Management
What can I do at Manahawkin Wildlife Management?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Manahawkin Wildlife Management?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Manahawkin Wildlife Management.