Are dogs allowed on Batona Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Batona Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Batona Trail?

No, Batona Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Batona Trail?

Batona Trail is rated moderate. It is 51.3 miles long with 2,454 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ModeratePoint to Point

New Jersey

Batona Trail

Chatsworth, New Jersey

51.3 mi

Distance

2,454 ft

Elev. Gain

17h 35m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

There are many miles of sand roads that can be used to create loop hikes. There are campgrounds in the Wharton State Forest at Buttonwood Hill, Lower Forge and Batona Camp, as well as campgrounds in the Bass River State Forest at Lake Absegami. The trail is

From Wikipedia

The Batona Trail is a 53.5-mile (86.1 km) hiking trail through New Jersey's Pine Barrens. The trail is one of the longest in the state, behind the Delaware and Raritan Canal Trail, the section of the Appalachian Trail within the state, the Liberty-Water Gap Trail, and the completed section of the Highlands Trail in the state. The Batona Trail begins in Brendan T. Byrne State Forest at the ghost town of Ong's Hat and traverses Franklin Parker Preserve, Wharton State Forest and Bass River State Forest. The trail was built in 1961 by the Batona Hiking Club, which began informally in 1928 when Philadelphians began meeting regularly to hike. It takes about three days to hike the whole trail.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:7 ft

Max:59 ft

748 ft

775 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.