Green Bank, NJ Local Area Information

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Summer brings lots of folks (and lots of mosquitoes, strawberry flies and greenheads) to this popular State Forest with a large campground and swimming lake. Bring you bugspray and enjoy a day out away from the city.  This is the first of New Jersey's state forests, acquired by the state in 1905 for public recreation, water conservation, and wildlife and timber management. Lake Absegami, c... (read more)

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Shop for a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables in a historic setting -- colonial Smithville Village.  Located in the parking lot at the Village Greene, this market takes place on Fridays from 11 AM to 3 PM. read more about Jersey Fresh Farmers' Market at Smithville (read more)

This little Jersey colonial village is open every day except Christmas.  With its variety of eclectic shops selling early American crafts such as Cook's Corner, Crafting Cellar, Gabby's For The Birds and Gryst Mill Gifts, you'll be sure to find that one-of-a-kind gift.  The village also offers restaurants, cafés, and lodging at the Colonial Inn Bed and Breakfast and The Barn at Smithvil... (read more)

Rent a canoe or kayak for a day out on the scenic Mullica or Batsto Rivers. Adams Canoe Rental is located 10.3 miles south of the Red Lion Circle, which is the Route 70 and Route 206 intersection. They offer pick-up and drop-off service.  Do a day trip or overnight it at backcountry campgrounds along the rivers. read more about Adams Canoe Rental (read more)

Known as the "Blueberry Capital of the World", Hammonton's history of Italian tradition makes for an enticing variety of produce and items for Italian cooking. Here you'll find about 15 vendors offering eggplant, peppers, herbs and other produce, as well as delicious homemade pasta and baked goods. Like the Atlantic City Farmers' Market, it's a fun place to socialize, offering themed events such... (read more)

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