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Amico Island Park sits on a 55-acre peninsula in Delran Township, Burlington County, where the Rancocas Creek meets the Delaware River in central New Jersey, creating a unique waterfront hiking destination that feels surprisingly remote despite its accessible location. This compact park packs remarkable diversity into its small footprint, offering hikers a chance to experience tidal marshes, meadows, and woodlands all within a single easy trail system.
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The park's gentle terrain and well-maintained paths make it an ideal destination for families with young children, casual hikers, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape from urban life. The accessible paths wind through the peninsula's varied ecosystems, creating an easy hiking experience that prioritizes scenic beauty and wildlife observation over physical challenge.
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
The amico island park is located in the Borough of Carteret, in Middlesex County, New Jersey. To get there, take the Garden State Parkway to Exit 131 and follow the signs for Carteret. The park is located on Amico Island, which is accessible from Carteret Avenue.
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- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
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