EXPLORE SOUTH JERSEY’S ROUTE 73
Take in the wonders of Mother Earth near Route 73 at either Palmyra Cove Nature Park or Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. Hike trails and explore native habitats, visit the creatures of the Wildlife Housing Area, and check out the freshwater tidal cove. Take a dip at the pool or try out simulated surfing at Big Kahuna’s Water Park, or make a drive to Diggerland, the country’s only construction-themed amusement and water park. Walk around the Berlin Farmers Market and sift through trinkets and treasures. Wind down and end the day at Double Nickel Brewery or Amalthea Cellar’s Farm Winery with local wine and beer.
1. Palmyra Cove Nature Park
1335 NJ-73, Palmyra, NJ 08065
palmyracove.org
(856) 829-1900 ext. 1264
A 250-acre urban oasis along a highly developed area on the Delaware River. Habitats include wetlands, woodlands, meadows, a wild creek and river shoreline, a freshwater tidal cove and The Institute for Earth Observations, an educational STEM facility created for students and teachers studying Planet Earth to share
experiences and collaborate on innovative projects.
2. Double Nickel
1585 NJ-73, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110
dnbcbeer.com
(856) 356-2499
Situated right over the Delaware River across from Philadelphia, the brewery was named after the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge, historically referred to as “The Double Nickel Bridge.” The team is passionate about creating craft beer, bridging people and moments, and supporting numerous causes including food-insecurity. Their award-winning taproom and outdoor space provide a great place to hang out with friends or celebrate a special event.
3. Sahara Sam’s
535 NJ-73, West Berlin, NJ 08091
saharasams.com
(856) 767-7580
New Jersey’s largest free-standing indoor water park featuring tide and leisure pools, obstacle courses, body and tube slides, raft rides, cabanas, an arcade and the area’s only indoor surfing simulator. For lunch, visitors can choose from Nashville Hot, Korean BBQ and Caribbean themed-food at The Island Time Café, or gourmet macaroni and cheese options at Unleash Cheese.
4. Diggerland USA
100 Pinedge Dr, West Berlin, NJ 08091
diggerlandusa.com
(856) 768-1110
Drive, ride, soak, and slide at the only construction-themed amusement and water park in America. Families can operate specially-engineered machines and enjoy the all-new wave and crossing-activity pools, slide towers, challenge course, swim vortex, in-pool basketball area, leisure swim zones, and poolside food and beverage service.
5. Berlin Farmer’s Market
41 Clementon Rd, Berlin, NJ 08009
berlinfarmersmarket.com
(856) 767-1246
A well-known, local market made up of over 65 businesses offering unique products, services, and food–all at great prices. The outdoor flea market runs every Saturday and Sunday of the year and can feature up to 700 vendors at a time.
6. Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
4 Sawmill Road, Medford, NJ 08055
cedarrun.org
(856) 983-3329
A 171-acre non-profit wildlife refuge, rehabilitation hospital & nature center on the edge of the New Jersey Pinelands. Visitors can hike the 1/2 mile trail around Cedar Run Lake to visit the Wildlife Housing Area, home to nearly 60 native residents. The Woodford Nature Center houses hands-on exhibits along with live snakes and turtles in their Reptile Room. The overall mission of Cedar Run is to serve as a community resource and emphasize the importance of protecting and enhancing healthy ecosystems for all.
7. Amalthea Cellars
209 Vineyard Rd, Atco, NJ 08004
amaltheacellars.com
(856) 768-8585
Founded in 1976, this award-winning winery is one of few left to truly handcraft wines from harvest to bottle. Amalthea’s “wine is art” philosophy and approach to wine is consistent with the practices from the great regions of the world. Guests can enjoy tastings and tours through the 100-year old horse carriage room, crushing room, and candlelit barrel cellar.
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