camping

[stizkidz]

ill try one more time....

where can i go camping? do i need a phone number or something to call and reserve a spot? im sure there is a charge to camp or at least a permit. i want to bring a tent, build a small fire, and relax in the woods for a night or two.

thanks,
-Benny

 

[Ben Ruset]

You can call the Wharton State Forest office. (609) 561-0024

Here are the campsites and their fees:

Wharton
Atsion Campsites: $10 per night.
Godfrey Bridge: $8 per night.
Group Wilderness Campsites: $0.75 per person per night.
Wilderness Campsites: $8 per night.
Cabin, Four People: $28 per night, $196 per week.
Cabin, Six People: $42 per night, $294 per week.
Cabin, Eight People: $56 per night, $392 per week.

Google is your friend.

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/wharton.html

 

[Ben Ruset]

One other thing - don't bring alcohol. That's a $75 ticket.

Don't ask me how I know.

 

[Teegate]

One other thing - don't bring alcohol. That's a $75 ticket.

Don't ask me how I know.

How do you know???? 8) :lol:

 

[stizkidz]

"Godfrey Bridge: $8 per night."

anyone ever camped here? what is it near and is it worth it to camp here? i hope there are canoe rentals nearby...

 

[NewSchoolPiney]

Here's a good idea. My friends and I did this on July 3rd - July 4th when it was really hot!

Get a wilderness campsite permit for Mullica River Campgroud at the Atstion Ranger Station for Wharton State Forest. You can canoe to it if you wish. There is a nice sand beach to swim in, toilets, and drinking water out of a pump.

When we were there, there was only one other group on the total otherside. You can't drive out there so that prevents a lot of RV'ers and such.

We walked 4 miles from Atstion Ranger Station along the Yellow trail to the campsite. The next day, we walked another 4 miles or so to Batsto. We had a car dropped off there the night before. There was also a bridge near Batsto that we jumped off of into the river for awhile to cool off.

It's a good time, but be respectful and carry out your trash!

Justin