Great Egg Harbor River

Great Egg Harbor River downstream from Mill Street (New Jersey Route 559) in Mays Landing, New Jersey
Both the harbor and river were named for the shorebird and waterfowl eggs covering their meadows. During the American Revolution, privateers hid here. Established as a National Park Service site in 1992, Great Egg Harbor National Wild and Scenic River is one of nation's best birding spots. Local jurisdictions administer its lands. The 129-mile river system flows through Pinelands National Reserve.
Map showing location of park.
Still river in the winter with leafless trees on either side
Photo by Tim Kiser
Sun setting over the river.
Photo by NPS Photo
School group examines a fish held by the instructor.
Photo by Akers
Bright white comet in the early night sky reflects over the river.
Photo by NPS Photo
Winding river surrounded by grasslands on a cloudy day.
Photo by Palmer
Medium sized Osprey in a next along the river
Photo by NPS Photo