ABOUT THE ASSISCONG MARSH
The Assiscong Marsh is Hunterdon County's largest freshwater marsh, spanning 25 acres. Wetlands were once considered places of little value and were lost to development. However, areas like Assiscong Marsh act as natural detention basins to channel flood waters during storms and prevent damage to other areas. The marsh attracts and supports a spectacular concentration of migratory and resident waterfowl that use it as a resting or breeding area along the Atlantic Flyway. It is also home to other wildlife, such as muskrats, frogs, snakes, and turtles.
The County acquired the Assiscong Marsh in 1974 as one of the first properties along the South Branch Reservation. Today, the
reservation totals over 1000 acres and preserves the watershed along the South Branch of the Raritan River, as well as offering recreational opportunities to explore its natural resources.
| Acreage |
26 |
| Meeting Room |
NO |
| Softball Field |
NO |
| Biking Mtn. |
NO |
| Bridle Trail |
NO |
| Canoeing |
NO |
| X-Country Skiing |
NO |
| Fishing |
NO |
| Fitness Trail |
NO |
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| Gardens |
NO |
| Greenhouse |
NO |
| Hiking/Nature Trails |
NO |
| Horseshoe Court |
NO |
| Hunting |
NO |
| Information Board |
YES |
| Nature Study |
YES |
| Picnic Pavilions |
NO |
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| Picnic Sites |
NO |
| Playground Area |
NO |
| Restrooms |
NO |
| Scenic Overlook |
NO |
| Soccer Field |
NO |
| Wedding Gazebo |
NO |
| Parking |
YES |
| Group Camp Sites |
NO |
| Reservable Facilities |
NO |
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The Hunterdon County Parks and Recreation Division is dedicated to preserving open space and natural resources, providing safe parks and facilities, and offering educational and recreational opportunities, all contributing to an enhanced quality of life for present and future generations.
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LOCATION:
The Assiscong Marsh Section is located on River Road in Raritan Township. The park is open from sunrise to sunset. No restroom facilities are available.
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 150 RIVER ROAD, FLEMINGTON, NJ 08822
Directions from the Flemington Area: Take Route 31 north from the Flemington Circle to the junction with Route 612 (Bartles Corner Road). At the traffic light, turn right and proceed 0.6 miles to River Road. Turn left and proceed 0.2 miles. The parking lot is on the right.
Directions from the Clinton Area: From Route 78 junction, take Route 31 south for approximately 9 miles to the intersection with Route 612 (Bartles Corner Road). At the traffic light, turn right onto Bartles Corner Road and proceed 0.6 miles to River Road. Turn left onto River Road and proceed 0.2 miles. The parking lot is on the right.
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RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
 The Assiscong Marsh is a wonderful location to observe wildlife. The marsh serves as a resting and breeding area along the Atlantic Flyway. Regular inhabitants include Canada Geese, Mallards, Black Ducks, Wood Ducks, Northern Pintails, and
many others. Great Blue Herons and shorebirds can be seen in
the marsh when the water level is low. The marsh is also home
to muskrats. Like beavers, muskrats build lodges from trees or
plants that they cut down. Search along the vegetation line and
at the base of trees for evidence of their activity.
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