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Transportation

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About New Jersey

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Amusement Parks

New Jersey has a huge selection of amusement parks throughout the state. From parks geared toward small children such as Storybook Land to the largest regional amusement Park in the country - Six Flags Great Adventure, where you can plummet 215 ft at 80 miles an hour on Nitro - not to mention the many water parks. There are things for all age groups and all interests.

Historical Sites

Come experience the many Historical Attractions found throughout New Jersey, from the many places where Washington stayed and fought to where Thomas Edison invented the incandecent lightbulb, the phonograph, movies and so much more.

Jersey Shore

New Jersey has 127 miles of shoreline. Come discover the many historic lighthouses, enjoy the excitement of Atlantic City, Seaside Heights or relax in historic Cape May. Check out the many wildlife refuges. There is something for everyone on the Jersey Shore.

Cultural

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Outdoor Recreation

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Come explore the wilderness of New Jersey - from the mountains in the north to the million+ acre Pine Barrens in the south to the wildlife refuges along the Jersey Shore.

Sports

New Jersey has numerous professional and minor league sports - as well as recreational sports you can take part in. From golf to baseball to lacrosse - New Jersey has something for everyone.

Interested in catching a game while in New Jersey? Check out the New Jersey Devils - 3 time Stanley Cup Champions at the Meadowlands or the minor league baseball teams such as the Lakewood Blue Claws. Interested in seeing a lacrosse game? We have TWO professional teams.

NJ Restaurant and Lodging Guide

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Location: Main - Regions - Delaware River Region - Salem County - Pennsville

Pennsville NJ - Salem County

Facts

Founded: 1798
Settled: 1638/1640
Population: 13,194
Size: 24.4 sq miles

Over 325 years have passed since the early colonists arrived in the Penn's Neck area. Pennsville has changed its name several times. Quihawkin, Kinseyville, Biddle's, and Cravens Ferry are names unfamiliar to the residents of Pennsville today.

Shortly after the Swedes and Finns settled in Wilmington, Delaware in 1638, they migrated across the Delaware River into New Jersey where they found the area more suited to farming for those who were not interested in the trade business. The majority of the Finns settled near the Finn's Point Lighthouse, and the Swedes near the area that had at one time been called Churchtown.

Settled c.1683 by the Swedes and Finns, known after 1675 as West Fenwick, called Penn's Neck in 1701, becoming known as Lower Penn's Neck when it was subdivided from Upper Penn's Neck and Oldman's Townships in 1721, according to W. W. Summerill, but incorporated in 1798, and finally becoming the Township of Pennsville by a vote of its residents in 1965, the population is now 13,800.

When the early colonists arrived, there were three clans of the Lenni-Lenape tribe living in the area along the Delaware River which they called Shanaigah. Obisquahassit was the name of the old Indian Chief who sold land to the settlers. Records of land purchases date back to 1665.

Several early homes within Pennsville have been preserved as private residences, six of which are pre-revolutionary, built between 1726 and 1775.

Shad fishing, in addition to farming, was one of the chief occupations for the residents of Pennsville. In later years industrial development in the area offered employment, the largest being the DuPont Company. Today Pennsville is e a riverfront community which encompasses approximately 24.2 square miles with a population of approximately 14,000.

Attractions in and Around Pennsville

Fort Mott State Park

454 Fort Mott Road
Pennsville 08070 - Map It
(856)935-3218

Historical
Park

- View Fort Mott State Park's Detail

Riverview Beach Park

Route 49
Pennsville 08070 - Map It
(856)678-308

Outdoor Recreation
Park

- View Riverview Beach Park's Detail

Davidow Hall at Salem Community College

460 Hollywood Ave
Carneys Point - Map It
(856)351-2626
About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

Theater/Performing Arts

- View Davidow Hall at Salem Community College's Detail

J & F Battiato Farms

555 Quaker Neck Rd
Salem - Map It
(856)935-4060
About 7.1 miles from Pennsville

Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

- View J & F Battiato Farms's Detail

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What's happening in and Around Pennsville

Sorry, but we were unable to find any events occurring within 10 miles of Pennsville.

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Lodging in and Around Pennsville

Comfort Inn & Suites

Hotel/Motel

634 Soders Road
Carneys Point NJ 08069

Map

3 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

Comfort Inn and Suites Carneys Point is just minutes from Delaware. Pet charge of 15.00/night per pet, one pet per room, 50 pounds and under. Pet Accommodation: 15.00 per night, only 1 pet per room limit 50lbs or under.

Econo Lodge & Suites

Hotel/Motel

632 Pennsville Auburn Road
Carneys Point NJ 08069

Map

1 Star
About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

Centrally located on the eastern corridor nestled between Interstate 295 and the New Jersey Turnpike at the foot of the DE Memorial Bridgemaking it perfect place for a one night stop or a weekend getaway. This recently renovated property offers consistantly clean and comfortable accomodations at an afforable price. Backed by 100% clean guarentee we are fully confident that your stay will be enjoyable. Our outdoor courtyard and large pool is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Pet charge: 15.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

Hotel/Motel

506 Pennsville-Auburn Rd
Carneys Point NJ 08069

Map

3 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carneys Point NJ Turnpike is conveniently located at the New Jersey Turnpike and the I-295 junction. We are situated at the foot of the Delaware Memorial Bridge, a convenient stop over location for North-South Turnpike or I-95 traffic. We are also one half mile from DuPont Chambers Works and the closest Holiday Inn Express to the Salem and Hope Creek Nuclear Plant. Hotel features include complimentary continental breakfast and free local phone calls.

Quality Inn & Conference Center

Hotel/Motel

632 Pennsville-Auburn Rd
Carneys Point NJ 08069

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2 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

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Hotel is centrally located on the eastern corridor nestled between I-295 and the NJ Turnpike at the foot of the Delaware Memorial Bridge making it the perfect place for a stayover or a weekend getaway. This property offers consistently clean and comfortable accommodations at an affordable price. Backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee we are fully confident that your stay will be enjoyable. Hot Breakfast Buffet is available from 6:30 am through 9:30 am. Our outdoor courtyard pool is the perfec

Hampton Inn

Hotel/Motel

429 North Broadway
Pennsville NJ 08070
(856)351-1700

Map

White Oaks Motel Pennsville

Hotel/Motel

591 Hook Road
Pennsville NJ
(856)299-3633

Map

Comfort Inn and Suites

Hotel/Motel

634 Soders Rd
Penns Grove NJ 08069
(856)299-8282

Map

About 5.5 miles from Pennsville

Wellesley Inn And Suites Carney's Point

Hotel/Motel