Closure of Mt. Tammany Area Trails Due to Bear Activity

July 23, 2023

REOPENED JULY 26

 

Due to increased bear activity, the Pahaquarry Trail (blue dot), Mt. Tammany trail (red dot) and all access to Mount Tammany in Worthington State Forest is closed until further notice.

Hikers should plan their itineraries accordingly. Access to the Appalachian Trail is not impacted at this time.

To report black bear damage and nuisance, call the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection 24-hour, toll-free hotline: 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337).

Please see the DEP's page for more information - Facebook - Worthington State Forest DEP Page