New Gretna, NJ
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- 11 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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About New Gretna
Set in the Pine Barrens of southern Burlington County, New Gretna is a quiet, scenic village along the Bass River. It offers a relaxed rural setting where older character homes and newer builds sit alongside tall pines and tidal marshes. The location is especially handy for commuters and shore lovers, with Route 9 and the Garden State Parkway providing a straight shot to Atlantic City, mainland shopping centers, and Long Beach Island.
The community grew around timber and river mills back in the 1700s, and that historic character still shows in its classic churches and preserved open land. Daily life here revolves around the outdoors, with Bass River State Forest right next door for hiking, kayaking, and camping near Lake Absegami. For anyone looking for extra breathing room, quiet nights, and easy access to the coast, New Gretna offers a comfortable, down-to-earth place to settle down.
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