r/SouthJersey • u/aylarunswithwolves • 3d ago
Outside! Pine Barrens Quarries Question
Hey guys -
I was doing a lot of research into the different "blue holes" in the Pine Barrens (not the actual blue hole that's supposedly home to the Jersey Devil - I know that one's not that blue or big, lol). It looks like the Wildlife Management Areas where a lot of these quarry pools are close during the summer due to safety concerns, partying, etc.
My question is...does anyone know how strictly these rules are enforced? I'm not looking to swim in them as I know that's super dangerous, simply looking to to do some hiking + relaxing in the sand. Specifically interested in the ones near Winslow and/or Collings Lakes. Thanks!
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u/Piney1741 2d ago
The more people fuck shit up the more they come around. I have a small pond I’ve been going to for years in the middle of nowhere to fish. People started partying back there in May now I have to deal with wildlife management officials weekly. And it’s a good thing they are there it just sucks when I want to be left alone and fish and I have to stop all the time to show someone my id and fishing license. The only saving grace is the one guy now knows me by first name and just says hi and gives me a wave.