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Summary: This is a very nice Day hike with the reward of a swim in the Wenonah lake when your finished, the Lake is open (Memorial Day to Labor Day) Detailed trail descriptions and map can be found at www.geocities.com/woodsofwenonah/index.html This hike links many of the Woods of Wenonah trails together. Starting at the Break Back Run Trial, travel SW along a stream the trail is actually hilly here for South Jersey! keep an eye out for deer,Red fox, Red tail hawks and wild turkey. I have seen all of these in this area. Follow to the Clay Hill trail to the George Eldridge Trail to the Langstons Lake Loop Trail. The Tea House at the N end of the Lake is a good spot for lunch before you follow your footsteps back to the Wenonah Lake parking area. Trailhead: From Philadelphia and points North, Take Route 295 South to the Woodbury exit, follow Route 45 south through Woodbury at around 5 miles look for a Taco Bell take this Jughandle make a left at the Stop sign and through the traffic light to cross Route 45 at the next light make another left onto Ogden Rd. Follow this for about 1 mile at the next Stop sign make another left into the Wenonah Lake parking lot. Park here, The Trailhead for Break Back Run Trail is across Ogden Rd. from the Wenonah lake. (Lat:39.8 Lon:-75.15) Trail Guides for Woods of Wenonah Trail: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Wenonah Boro office: 856/468-5228 (maps $2) Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Matt Reddig Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Mark on 2/5/2006 Very nice! Trail is well maintained and has new planking in the tidal area. This was my second visit and the first time for my almost 4 year old grandaughter. She liked the hills and had fun throwing stones in the water in several locations. Well worth a visit
Reviewed by David Contarino on 3/20/2005 Like Dan I also grew up in Wenonah, in fact we were classmates. However, I disagre to some extent that the trails are all "easy". Wenonah has in fact come a long way in maintaining these trails and sites for public recreational use since Dan and I were kids playing in these woods. However at times the trails have become overgrown, and interseeding small streams have to be crossed on small steping stones which may make it difficult with a bike, small children, or novice. An example of this can be found in the beggining of the trail to clay hill. I can't argue with Dan over the beauty that lies in the woods, and streams, however untill the township or a private entity continues to maintaince these trails I can only award a maximum 4 star. 
Reviewed by Dan Ceravolo on 2/12/2004 I grew up in Wenonah and played extensively in these woods a a kid. Since having a son of my own, I hike these trails 3-4 times a month. The hike is easy and has very nice views of streams hills and lakes. Wenonah is a twon with a great history and the Tea House is a perfect example of that. It was just rebuit about 2years ago by John Schad, a local contractor. If you are looking to hike for just a half hour or so, head to the George Eldridge Trail. You can access this trail by coming down Mantua Ave into town and making a right onto Princeton Ave at the end make another left and park on the street. To your right will be the head of the George Eldridge trail. Please keep these woods clean they are a great getaway for anyone who loves Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New Jersey Hiking, New Jersey Trails, New Jersey Hikes, Gloucester County Hiking, Gloucester County Trails, Gloucester County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||