While the Garden State has some beautiful beaches, New Jersey isn’t known for its clear blue water. Still, we’re home to a striking rare phenomenon called blue holes. Depending on who you ask, New Jersey may have one blue hole or many. Some say that the only blue hole is located in Winslow, the infamous hideout of the Jersey Devil. Others refer to all of the crystalline turquoise lakes in the Pine Barrens as blue holes. One of the most popular can be found in Millville.
This is not photoshopped!
YouTube/Our Simple Life The vibrant hue is real, but it hasn’t always been such a crystal clear shade of turquoise. This beautiful body of water located off Schooner Landing Road is not a natural phenomenon. The blue holes in our Pine Barrens are sandpits, remnants of abandoned mines that have since filled with water. Industrial waste lines the bottom and their blue hue is created by an abundance of sulfur.
It looks something like a tropical beach…
YouTube/Our Simple Life But you shouldn’t swim! Visitors are lured in by the vibrant colors, sandy shores, seclusion and spectacular natural surroundings. However, this blue hole can be deadly. Just feet from the water’s edge, the pit reaches depths of up to 100’ - the drop is sharp. You can go from a few feet of water to an abyss in seconds. The temperature drops suddenly, which can cause muscle cramping or shocks. Drownings are not infrequent.
So, where is this blue hole located?
Image/Google Maps Located off Schooner Landing Road, visitors often hike or take ATVs to the site. Dirt bikes are not uncommon and you’ll occasionally see people riding on horseback. One thing you won’t see is cars. This blue hole, along with many others, is located on private property and gated. Still, locals come back year after year. I wouldn’t take the risk, but if flying drones is allowed…the footage would be incredible.
Just check out this stunning satellite image!
Image/Google Maps You’ll see two turquoise lakes, one teal, and another the darker blue that we’re used to. If you’re looking to see more of Millville’s blue hole but would rather not risk life, limb or legal action, you can check out this short video by YouTube user, “Our simple life.”
YouTube/Our Simple Life
The vibrant hue is real, but it hasn’t always been such a crystal clear shade of turquoise. This beautiful body of water located off Schooner Landing Road is not a natural phenomenon. The blue holes in our Pine Barrens are sandpits, remnants of abandoned mines that have since filled with water. Industrial waste lines the bottom and their blue hue is created by an abundance of sulfur.
But you shouldn’t swim! Visitors are lured in by the vibrant colors, sandy shores, seclusion and spectacular natural surroundings. However, this blue hole can be deadly. Just feet from the water’s edge, the pit reaches depths of up to 100’ - the drop is sharp. You can go from a few feet of water to an abyss in seconds. The temperature drops suddenly, which can cause muscle cramping or shocks. Drownings are not infrequent.
Image/Google Maps
Located off Schooner Landing Road, visitors often hike or take ATVs to the site. Dirt bikes are not uncommon and you’ll occasionally see people riding on horseback. One thing you won’t see is cars. This blue hole, along with many others, is located on private property and gated. Still, locals come back year after year. I wouldn’t take the risk, but if flying drones is allowed…the footage would be incredible.
You’ll see two turquoise lakes, one teal, and another the darker blue that we’re used to. If you’re looking to see more of Millville’s blue hole but would rather not risk life, limb or legal action, you can check out this short video by YouTube user, “Our simple life.”
Are you familiar with New Jersey’s blue holes? Have you heard any intriguing legends? Share them with us in the comments. For another beautiful blue spot in New Jersey that you can visit AND swim in, click here.
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