Trip, Toms River, Moving Water

The Toms River is located at the northern limits of the Pine Barrens with slightly different scenery than the waterways to the south.  The initial miles are a narrow channel, just 1 to 2 boats wide, with many twists and turns and a swift current.  Kayaks 13’ or less are recommended.  Good boat control is necessary to maneuver around obstacles and the sharp twists and turns in the upper section of the river.  Removal of debris is done by anyone who paddles the river.  Club members who recently paddled the Toms reported new deadfall in the initial miles that needs to be cleared.  So this is an opportunity to give back by either bringing a handsaw, loppers or clippers to help with the clearing or just be there while others clear a passage through the debris.  The Toms gradually widens, and latter miles are a cruise around wide curves and spread-out deadfall.  Other than a short stretch of homes and some development dense woods border the river.  The time on the water for this 7.2 mile paddle and clearing some debris is approximately 5.5 hours.  We will take a break and eat lunch along the way.  The Toms River is approximately 95 minutes from the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Put In: Riverwood Park, turn right at the end of Edgemere Drive onto 1 car wide Riverview Drive , Toms River, NJ, drive 100 yards to the parking lot at the end of Riverview Drive, Coordinates: 40.01976217423214, -74.24010935405653.

Take Out: Winding River ParkSouth, 50 NJ 37 W, Toms River, NJ,. Coordinates 39.967917171364455, -74.21402257653844  There is a bathroom at this location.

To Go On This Trip: Click "REGISTER" and complete the registration Information.  Participants must have completed an American Canoe Association (ACA) Waiver.  ACA members complete an online waiver when joining or renewing their membership.  Individuals who are not ACA members may either complete a 1 day event membership paper waiver and pay $10 cash the morning of the trip or join the ACA which will then provide insurance for trips for the next year.

Requirements: 

• Transportation of your boat and gear to the trip location.

• Wear a PFD while on the water and you should have a whistle.
• Wear quick drying clothes suitable for getting wet.  If the weather is cool dress in layers and have a set of dry clothes with you in the boat.
• Protect your toes, wear water or close-toed shoes.

Suggestions (for your comfort):

• Bring water to drink and lunch.
• Bring a dry bag or waterproof container for your personal belongings/extra clothes.
  Have a secure place to carry your car keys.
• Have a set of dry clothes in your car if you want to change for the ride home.

Trip Updates: Will be sent via email up to the day before the trip. 

Questions: Contact Tom Moiani at tbmoiani@gmail.com

Rain, inclement weather, or high or low water levels can cancel or reschedule the trip or change the trip location.

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