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Great Egg Harbor River

Both the harbor and river were named for the shorebird and waterfowl eggs covering their meadows. During the American Revolution, privateers hid here. Established as a National Park Service site in 1992, Great Egg Harbor National Wild and Scenic River is one of nation's best birding spots. Local jurisdictions administer its lands. The 129-mile river system flows through Pinelands National Reserve.

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Photos

Still river in the winter with leafless trees on either side
Great Egg Harbor River downstream from Mill Street (New Jersey Route 559) in Mays Landing, New Jersey
Sun setting over the river.
Gibson Creek
School group examines a fish held by the instructor.
Students learn about river resources on a floating classroom.
Bright white comet in the early night sky reflects over the river.
Haley's Comet over the Great Egg Harbor River
Winding river surrounded by grasslands on a cloudy day.
The Great Egg Harbor River
Medium sized Osprey in a next along the river
Tuckahoe Osprey

Activities

  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Saltwater Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hiking
  • Hunting and Gathering
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding
  • Tubing
  • River Tubing
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching