News and Events from Wharton State Forest
Take advantage of the last month of autumn and join Wharton State Forest staff for a Fall Friday Hike, a Beginner Bird Watching Walk or take a tour of the Atsion or Batsto Mansion! It’s also your last chance this year to attend a public star watch at Batsto!
You won’t want to miss it.
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Batsto Village
Batsto Village is an historic site in the South Central Pinelands of New Jersey. It is known throughout the country, both for its beauty and its historical significance. Batsto has roots dating back to 1766, with nearly two and a half centuries of American history available for our visitors to see, all with the lovely Pinelands as a scenic backdrop.
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This website is maintained by the Batsto Citizens Committee, Inc.. We are a non-profit corporation dedicated to advising and assisting the state of New Jersey in preserving Batsto Village, and educating the public about its history. We’re also here to help make your visit to Batsto both enjoyable and memorable.
Batsto Village is overseen by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Parks & Forestry.
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Check out this video (link below) shot by Piney Explorers!
What a great event and fantastic weather too!
Thank you, Piney Explorers and to all those who joined us at this year's Country Living Fair.
See you next October!
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2026 Haunting in the Pines
Historic Batsto Village
Sunday October 25th
12 noon until 3 pm
This event is for children 12 years of age and younger. Must be accompanied by a parent / adult.
* Trick or treating in the Village
* Pony Rides, Petting Zoo & Games
*Free...
WHARTON MONTHLY - October 2026
News and Events from Wharton State Forest
Embrace autumn this month in Wharton State Forest an attend some of our most popular events! Explore the Atsion Mansion at the Parlor Concert and Open House, support local artisans and find some South Jersey treasures at the Country Living Fair, or walk through historic Batsto Village at night during our highly anticipated evening Folklore Lantern Tours.
Given the predicted rain and wind conditions, the Sunday 9/27/26 Antique, Glass & Bottle Show has been cancelled along with the wagon rides.
Our next Antique, Glass and Bottle Show will be held at Batsto on May 16, 2027
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