벌링턴 카운티‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪3‬개의 천연기념물

A twelve-foot stone pillar honors pilot Emilio Carranza, who crashed on his way home to Mexico after a goodwill flight over New York City in 1928. Carranza was returning Charles Lindbergh's goodwill flight over Mexico City from the previous year when he was caught in a thunderstorm over the pine barrens.

This is a great picnic spot with a table in view of the tower. The fire tower is fenced in around the base and closed when not on fire watch.

In 2017 a forest fire burned about 1,000 acres of Wharton State Forest. You can see the new growth pushing up between the burnt pillars of pine along the east side of the road.

Once known as Lebanon State Forest, it bears the name of a former New Jersey Governor who championed environmental protection. The forest is renowned for its diverse ecosystem, offering opportunities for hiking, camping, mountain biking, fishing, and birdwatching. History buffs can explore the remnants of the Lebanon Glass Works, a thriving industry of the 19th century. The Cedar Swamp Natural Area within the forest is a unique habitat teeming with rare plant life.

Renowned for its natural beauty, the trail offers hikers a chance to immerse themselves in the unique ecosystem of the Pine Barrens, characterized by its sandy soil, pine trees, and diverse wildlife. The trail's path is marked by pink blazes, making it relatively easy to follow for experienced and novice hikers alike.