Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area
(Redirected from Manahawkin Bottomland Hardwood Forest)
Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area (Manahawkin Bottomland Hardwood Forest) is a 1,642-acre (664 ha) wildlife management area near Manahawkin, Stafford Township, Ocean County, New Jersey.[1] It was designated a National Natural Landmark in January 1976.[2] It is known for its mature bottomland hardwood forest which contains examples of American sweetgum, red maple and black gum trees.
Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area | |
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Manahawkin Bottomland Hardwood Forest | |
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Location | Stafford Township, Ocean County, New Jersey |
Nearest city | Manahawkin |
Coordinates | 39°41′08″N 74°13′18″W / 39.68559°N 74.22174°W |
Area | 1,642 acres (664 ha) |
Governing body | New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife |
Designated | 1976 |
References
edit- ^ "New Jersey Wildlife Management Areas". New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife.
- ^ "National Natural Landmark Summary page". NPS. Feb 5, 2004. Retrieved 2009-03-08.
External links
edit- Media related to Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area at Wikimedia Commons
- Map of area New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife