Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area

Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area
Manahawkin Bottomland Hardwood Forest
LocationStafford Township, Ocean County, New Jersey
Nearest cityManahawkin
Coordinates39°41′08″N 74°13′18″W / 39.68559°N 74.22174°W / 39.68559; -74.22174
Area1,642 acres (664 ha)
Governing bodyNew Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
Designated1976

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.

References

  1. ^ "New Jersey Wildlife Management Areas". New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife.
  2. ^ "National Natural Landmark Summary page". NPS. February 5, 2004. Retrieved March 8, 2009.


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