Backpacking in the Pines

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This backpack trip through Wharton State Forest from Batsto to Mullica Camp combines a beginner out-and-back trip totaling 9 miles (4.5 miles each day) and an intermediate loop trip totaling 13 miles (8.5 miles Day One and 4.5 miles Day Two). The two groups will rendezvous at Mullica Camp for our overnight stay at the river, and hike together back to our cars the next morning.

You must provide your own gear and food (lunch, dinner, breakfast & snacks). Potable water is not available; you must filter water from the river or carry a two-day supply for drinking and cooking. There are no picnic tables; be prepared to cook, eat and sit on the ground or to carry in an ultralight seat. There is a privy at camp.

The intermediate group will leave Batsto at 11:00 am and hike at a 2.5-3 mph pace. The beginner group will depart at 12:30 pm and walk a slower 1.5 to 2 mph. Please arrive early to sign in and adjust your pack. The trail is flat but sandy in places and often very sunny.

First time backpackers welcome with the beginner group. Consider your hiking ability; backpacking distance is usually half the distance you normally hike comfortably. Just let the leaders know in advance that you are inexperienced.

Leaders:
Intermediate: Ed Davenport [edavenpo@yahoo.com](mailto:edavenpo@yahoo.com)
Beginner: Ro Mason [romason@comcast.net](mailto:romason@comcast.net) and Diane Mason [masondi@comcast.net](mailto:masondi@comcast.net)

Photo Credit: southjerseytrails.com