The Pine Barrens of New Jersey has a long and sordid history. It once belonged to the Indigenous people of the Lenni Lenape and was colonized by the Dutch and the Swedes, who claimed the cedar and oak trees as their own for shipbuilding. The area played an integral role in supplying soldiers with munitions during the American Revolution.
The Cedar Bridge Tavern is where guerrilla Loyalist, John Bacon, was captured after slaughtering 19 Continental Army soldiers in their sleep. It's a historic location that you can visit today.
Once full of buildings and railroad tracks, few signs of life exist except through the stories told by locals living in the area. Like other towns affected by the changes in commerce, it became a forgotten place, having served its purpose at the time.
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Located in Southern New Jersey, the 1.1-million-acre forested area is ideal for growing carnivorous plants, cranberries, and orchids.
There were no children present in the building at the time, making it incredibly spooky to continue discussing details about the Chatsworth Cranberry Festival, which is an area highlight annually.
The Pine Barrens Scenic Byway is a place to "explore pristine nature."
Despite the area's terrifying history, the 130-mile-long drive from Batsto and Tuckerton into Dennisville in the North and Port Elizabeth in the South is rather enjoyable. There are many state parks and exciting towns to explore through the journey.
Have you ever experienced any paranormal activity in The Pine Barrens? If so, tell us all about it in the comments section below!
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