Manahawkin Wildlife Management Area | |
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Manahawkin Bottomland Hardwood Forest | |
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 |
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.