Black River Wildlife Management Area, New Jersey

Text And Photography By Joan S.Case

Updated October 19, 2018

The Black River Wildlife Management Area (WMA), located in the township of Chester, is 12 miles west of Morristown and about one hour’s drive from New York City. This beautiful area, more than 3,000 acres in size, is easily accessible from routes 80, 206 and 513.

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Originally Published May 1, 2007

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