Travel Guide - Gloucester County, NJ. Website

Gloucester County
New Jersey
Travel Guide
Gloucester County, NJ
Travel Guide
Table of Contents
• Accommodations
• Historical Sites
• Map
• Leisure & Recreation
• South Jersey Wineries
• Arts & Entertainment
• Equine & Agri-tourism Sites
Each location is color coded with a dot to coordinate
with the county map on pages 8 and 9.
Where To Stay
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Best Western Monroe Inn and Suites
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Best Western West Deptford Inn
3
Fairfield Inn Deptford
4
Hampton Inn Bridgeport
5
Holiday Inn Select Bridgeport
6
Residence Inn Deptford
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The Inn on Holly
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The Candle House Inn
9
Courtyard by Marriott
1151 North Black Horse Pike
Williamstown, NJ 08094
856-340-7900
www.bwmonroe.com
98 Friars Blvd.
Thorofare, NJ 08086
856-848-4111
www.westdeptfordinn.com
1160 Hurffville Road
Deptford, NJ 08096
856-686-9050
www.marriot.com
Two Pureland Drive
Logan Township, NJ 08085
856-467-6200
www.hamptoninn.com
One Pureland Drive
Logan Township, NJ 08085
856-467-3322
www.bridgeportnj.hiselect.com
1154 Hurffville Road
Deptford, NJ 08096
856-686-9188
www.marriot.com
120 West Holly Ave.
Pitman NJ 08071
856-582-2251
www.theinnonholly.com
639 Tomlin Station Road
Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
856-981-9443
www.thecandlehouseinn.com
325 Rowan Blvd
Glassboro, NJ 08062
856-881-0048
www.mariott.com/courtyard
10 Red Bank Battlefield and
the James and Ann Whitall House
Red Bank Battlefield is a passive recreation park
with scenic walking paths along the Delaware
River, picnic pavilions and children’s play area.
The remains of the Revolutionary Fort Mercer
are accessible by self guided tours when the
park is open. The Whitall House Museum offers
interpretive tours during scheduled hours.
Special programs, individual, group and school
tours by appointment year round.
From April to October, we hold a monthly
Heritage Sunday which includes hearth cooking
demonstrations, battlefield tours and rotating
topics on special themes and hand’s-on activities.
Every October, 18th Century Field Day re-enacts
the victory of Red Bank in conjunction with the
Jonas Cattell Run. Our World War II Encampment
is an exciting tribute to the Greatest Generation.
And do not miss the natural beauty of the annual
Flower Show in the Spring or the Candlelight
Tours in December.
The Park is open every day from sunrise to sunset.
The Whitall House Museum is open
April - October:
Wednesday - Friday
10 am - Noon & 1 - 4 pm
Weekends: 1 - 4 pm
No Admission Fees.
Amenities
• Learn about our rich historic heritage with
self-guided signage on the battlefield
• Stroll along riverfront pathways with
panoramic views of the Delaware River
• Picnic under our pavilions or in a
shady grove of trees
• Play a game or fly a kite in our fields
• Enjoy our children’s playground
• Savor the sights and scents in the
colonial herb garden
Activities
Interactive demonstrations vary at each event
• Hearth Cooking • Battlefield Tours
• Candlemaking • Papermaking
• Bobbin Lacing • And much more!
* Hours subject to change based on the availability
of staff/volunteers.
Museum Office at 856-853-5120
For general park information or to reserve a pavilion,
contact the Main Office of the Department of Parks
and Recreation at 856-251-6710.
Mailing Address: Parks and Recreation
Shady Lane Complex
254 County House Road
Clarksboro, NJ 08020
Driving Directions
GPS: Use 100 Hessian Ave, National Park, NJ 08063
From points North:
I-295 S, Exit 23. Turn right onto
Hessian Avenue. Follow into park.
From points South:
I-295 N, Exit 21. Turn left on Delaware St.
At second light, turn right onto Grove Road.
At next light, turn left onto Hessian Avenue.
Gloucester County Travel Guide
Please visit www.whitall.org or
www.gloucestercountynj.gov
Other Historic Sites To See
11 Heritage Glass Museum - Displays amber bottles and
jars, glassware, glassblowing tools, etc. High & Center St.
Glassboro 08028 856-881-7468
12 Hollybush Whitney Mansion - The beautiful Victorian
was built in 1849 by Thomas and Samuel Whitney, owners
of Whitney Glass Works in Glassboro. It gained national
prominence in June 1967 when President Lyndon Johnson
and Russian Premier Alexi Kosygin met there for the famed
Summit meetings. 201 Mullica Hill Rd., Glassboro 08028
856-256-4000
13 Nothnagle Log House - Built in the mid-1600s, it is the
oldest surviving log house in the Western Hemisphere.
406 Swedesboro Rd. Gibbstown 08027 856-423-0916
14 Tinicum Rear Range Lighthouse
Since 1880, sailors have counted on the Tinicum
Lighthouse, which lights up the Delaware River with a fixed
red light of 500,000 candlepower, to help them navigate
the waterway.
April – October: Third weekend - Saturdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.;
Sundays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
3rd St. & Mantua Ave., Paulsboro 08066
856-423-2545; www.lighthousefriends.com
15 Gloucester County Historical Society Museum
Known as the Hunter-Lawrence-Jessup House, the
history of this 18th century building is almost as long
as its name. Once the home of Revolutionary War
activist and educator Reverend Andrew Hunter, and
later the 19th century Judge John S. Jessup, it is now
headquarters for the Gloucester County Historical
Society which exhibits South Jersey glass, textiles and
other artifacts. 58 N. Broad St., Woodbury 08096
856-848-8531
www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~njgchs
Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 1 - 4 p.m.;
Last Sunday: 2 - 5 p.m.; or by Appointment
16 Mullica Hill - Known as “Antique Country,”
the
town is home to over forty antique shops. In 1991 the
entire village of Mullica Hill was placed on both the
National and New Jersey Registers of Historic Places in
recognition of its historic and architectural significance.
Mullica Hill Merchant’s Association 856-881-6800
www.MullicaHill.com
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Trinity Episcopal Church - This began as an 18th
century Lutheran church but the Swedish government
stopped sending ministers to America and in 1786, the
congregation switched to Episcopalian. The Church is
an active house of worship and is still stunning with its
fluted columns, elaborate woodwork and elaborate
stained glass windows. Church St. & Kings Highway
(CR 551), Swedesboro 08085 856 467-1227;
www.trinityswedesboro.org Call for Hours
Old Stone House Village - With several historic
18th, 19th and early 20th century buildings being
moved to this site, this emerging history destination is
a work in progress. One mile south of Egg Harbor Road
and N.J. Route 47 (Delsea Dr.), Sewell 08080
856-589-6427
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Leisure
Golf
19 Beckett Golf Club Inc
2387 Kings Highway, Swedesboro 08085
856-467-4700
www.beckettgc.com
20 Pitman Golf Course - Par-70 regulation course is
the site of many annual community tournaments.
501 Pitman Rd, Sewell 08080
856-589-6688
www.gloucestercountynj.gov
21 RiverWinds Golf & Tennis Club
1000 River Wind Dr., West Deptford 08096
856-848-1033
www.riverwindsgolf.com
22 Scotland Run Golf Club & Country Club
Rt. 322 & Fries Mill Rd, Williamstown 08094
856-863-3737
www.scotlandrun.com
23 Westwood Golf Club
850 Kings Hwy., West Deptford 08096
856-845-2000
www.westwoodgolf.com
24 Wedgwood Country Club
200 Hurffville Rd., Turnersville 08012
856-227-5522
www.wedgwoodcc.com
25 White Oaks Country Club
2951 Dutch Mill Rd., Newfield 08344
856-697-8900
www.whiteoaksgolf.com
Camping and the Great Outdoors
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Timber Lane Campground
117 Timberlane Rd, Clarksboro 08020
856-423-6677 • www.timberlanecampground.com
Holly Green Camping Grounds
1718 Monroeville Rd, Monroeville 08343 • 856-694-1690
Lake Kandle Inc
250 Chapel Heights Rd, Sewell 08020
856-589-2158 • www.lakekandle.com
Hospitality Creek Campground
117 Coles Mill Road, Williamstown 08094
856-629-5140 • hospitalitycreek.com
Tall Pines Day Camp Inc.
1349 Sykesville Rd., Williamstown 08094
856-262-3900 • www.tallpinesdaycamp.com
Recreation
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Greenwich Lake Park *
Open all year for trout fishing, boat launch for the
40-acre take, offers playground, picnic area and grills.
Tomlin Station Rd, Gibbstown 08027
856-468-0100
Glassboro Wildlife Management Area *
The 2,337 acres of woodland and fields offer excellent hunting
grounds as well as hiking and bird watching.
Fries Mill Rd., Clayton 08312
856-629-0090
James G. Atkinson Memorial Park *
138 Bethel Mill Rd., Sewell 08080
856-589-0047
Red Bank Battlefield Park *
Site of an American victory during the American Revolution.
100 Hessian Ave., National Park 08063
856-853-5120
Scotland Run Lake/ Wilson Lake *
The largest of the county’s parks with more than 940 acres.
Nature lovers can enjoy the arboretum here and a
self-guided nature trail.. 980 East Academy St., Clayton
856-881-0845
Freefall Adventures
300 Dahlia Ave., Williamstown 08094
856-629-7553 • www.freefalladventures.com
Bridgeport Speedway
83 Floodgate Rd., Swedesboro 08085
856-467-4407 • www.bpspeedway.com
* For more information on county parks visit
www.gloucestercountynj.gov
Local Wineries
38 Auburn Road Vineyards - Every Friday night, we are
inviting caterers, chefs and special guests from all over
the area to create their favorite comfort food for you.
119 Sharptown-Auburn Road, Pilesgrove 08098
856-769-WINE
www.auburnroadvineyards.com
39 Cedarvale Vineyard/Cedarvale Winery
205 Repaupo Station Road, Logan Township, 08085
856-467-3088
www.cedarvalewinery.com
40 Coda Rossa
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1526 Dutch Mill Road Franklinville 08322
856-697-9463
www.codarossawinery.com
Heritage Vineyards
Tasting room, farm market, gift shop, bakery, special
events, kids parties and more. Offers a full line of wine
from their own grapes, processed and bottled in their
own winery. Wine and cheese tasting see schedule on
our website. 480 Mullica Hill Road (Rt.322)
Mullica Hill 08062
856-589-4474
www.heritagestationwine.com
Wagonhouse Winery
1401 Route 45, Mullica Hill 08062
609-780-8019
www.wagonhousewinery.com
Thursday – Sunday 12pm -5pm
* For more information on Gloucester County
Wineries and up coming events visit
www.newjerseywines.com
Arts & Entertainment
43 Broadway Theatre
During the glory days of vaudeville and silent films, this
opulent French Revival theatre buzzed with Art Deco
glitz and glamour with the large pipe organ accenting
live stage productions. Like many opulent old theaters,
this one experienced its ups and downs as movie-goers
deserted single-screen theaters for big box multiplexes. The Broadway currently offers a wide range of
live entertainment and classic films.
43 S. Broadway, Pitman 08071
856-384-8381
www.thebroadwaytheatre.org
Call or visit the website for Showtimes
44 Spotliters of Washington Twp.
Community Theater group specializing in Broadway
musicals & choral concerts
856-589-8665
www.spotliters.org
45 Washington Lake Park Amphitheater
Hosts a series of free concerts and films during the
summer months.
626 Hurffville-Cross Keys Rd, Sewell 08080
856-589-6427
www.townshipnj.com
46 RiverWinds Amphitheater
Host to free concert series all summer long.
1000 Riverwinds Dr., West Deptford 08096
856-251-0990
www.riverwinds.org
47 Edelman Planetarium
Science Hall, Rowan University
201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro 08028
856-256-4389
www.rowan.edu/planetarium
Equine & Agri-tourism
48 Dream Park
400 Route 130 South, Logan Township 08085
49 Creamy Acres Farm
A large dairy farm that offers daily tours, greenhouses,
and haunted hayrides in the fall.
448 Lincoln Mill Rd, Mullica Hill 08062
856-223-1669 • www.creamyacres.com
50 Duffield’s Farm Market
Farm market, bakery, and delicatessen offering U-Pick
produce.
280 Chapel Heights Road, Sewell 08080
856-589-7244 • www.duffieldsfarm.com
51 Mood’s Farm Market
Apple cider donuts made fresh daily (Mon-Sat) We
press our own cider in the fall and have hayrides for
apple picking in September and pumpkin picking
hayrides in October. 901 Bridgeton Pike Mullica Hill
08062
856-478-2500 • www.moodsfarmmarket.com
52 Schober Orchards
1125 Monroeville Rd., Monroeville 08343
856-694-1212 • www.schoberorchards.com
53 Hill Creek Farms
1631 Route 45, Mullica Hill 08062
856-223-0028 • www.hillcreekfarm.com
Hours- Tues-Sun 9am-5pm
54 Gloucester County 4H Fair Association
275 Bridgeton Pike (Rt. 77) Mullica Hill 08062
856-307-6450 • www.gc4hfair.com
55 Maugeri Farm Market
1991 Oldmans Creek Rd., Woolwich Twp. 08085
856-294-9900 • www.maugierifarms.com
D. R. E. A. M. Park
This unique park located
in Gloucester County
offers equine assisted
therapy programs as
well as provides a unique
resource for hosting a
variety of events. With shopping and hotels located
only two miles from the park, the Dream Park is the
perfect location for our county and its diverse
equestrian community. The park is owned and
operated by the Gloucester County Improvement
Authority.
400 Route 130 South,
Logan Township, NJ 08085
856-241-1415
www.dreamparknj.com
Amenities & Programs
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Equine Assisted Therapy Program
Permanent Boarding
Riding Trails
Riding Lessons , Training and
Schooling Opportunities
• Summer Day Camp
Get A Taste For
Gloucester County
Find More Info
www.gloucestercountynj.gov
856.384.6930
Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders
Robert M. Damminger, Freeholder Director
Heather Simmons, Freeholder Liaison
The County of Gloucester complies with all state and federal rules and
regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status
or disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs,
services, or activities. In addition, Gloucester County encourages the
participation of people with disabilities in its programs and activities
and offers special services to all County residents 60 years of age and
older. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the Division of
Disability Services at (856) 384-6842/New Jersey Relay Service 711 or the
EEO office at (856)384-6903.