5 hours
Whispering Pines Trailhead --Wharton State Park
Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm (EST)
Whispering Pines Trailhead --Wharton State Park
Patty Bowker Road & Chatsworth Road, New Jersey, us
If you are new to my hikes you have to message or email me before you can register for this hike. Priority on my hikes will be given to those who attend the hikes or who cancel their reservation at least 24 hours ahead of time.
We begin on the Atlantic White Cedar Trail ( White) as described by the brochure as a beautiful Atlantic white cedar swamp through a pitch pine and oak forest. The far end of the loop runs parallel with a section of the 3.9 mile Whispering Pines Trail ( Blue) and winds back through the forest to the parking area. The Whispering Pines trail passes through serene Atlantic White Cedar swamps and abandoned cranberry bogs nestled among the pines. This first part of hike is 5.3 miles. After the first part we have lunch in the Parking Lot. We then drive to the Franklin Parker Preserve (Chatsworth Entrance) (approximately 7.5 mile drive).
The Franklin Preserve Red Trail was rated number 1 by South Jersey Trails 10th Year Anniversary in the top 25 Hiking Trails in South Jersey. We will hike the red trail and see if we can find the big chairs. The red trail is close to 6 miles.
The total distance of the hike is 11---11.5 miles. I will try to maintain a 3-rate. Bring water, lunch, snacks, and something to sit on.. Questions contact Al D. email YXNpbHZpb2Q4ODggfCB5YWhvbyAhIGNvbQ==,( http://asilviod888@yahoo.com,) cell day of hike only 640 208- 0872. There are no restrooms at the beginning of hike but there are 2 porta-potties at Franklin Parker Preserve.
Please check the comments section before leaving the house. If hike is cancelled ,it will be posted by 6AM on day of event.
Arrive at least 15 minutes early for sign-ins, use restrooms, adjust boots, safety talk, etc. I leave on time.
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Tickets for Combining Whispering Pines Trails+Red Trail at Franklin Parker Pres 11-11.5Mi can be booked here.