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New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail RouteCanoing down Cedar Creek in Barnegat Bay Region of the Trail.
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New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route
Destinations on the Trail

Trail destinations are organized into five regions. Select the region you want to visit or select All Regions to learn more about the entire Trail.

Sandy Hook Region
Barnegat Bay Region
Absecon & Cape May Regions
Delsea Region
All Regions

There are two types of sites, points-of-interest, and welcome centers on the Trail.
Welcome Centers are full service areas offering Trail and regional orientation/information, including exhibits, video, and brochures and are open at least 5 days a week, including weekends. Level I sites have staff, exhibits, and restrooms. They are open at least 5 hours per day, 5 days per week including one weekend day with full services.
Level II sites are open less frequently and/or have limited services.
Points of Interest are often scenic views with an interpretive wayside exhibit explaining its relevance to one of the Trail themes. These areas may not be staffed or have services.

Modern flag of Germany.  

Did You Know?
Believe it or not, German soldiers fighting for the British during the American Revolution were actually professional soldiers who were "rented" from their provincial rulers by King George III of England. They were not "mercenaries" (soldiers for hire), but regular soldiers.

Last Updated: November 01, 2006 at 15:27 EST