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The Alloway Lake The 157 acre Alloway Lake was openend to the public in November 2009 after an extensive 8 year replacement of the dam and spillway.

Beautiful lake for all those who enjoy fishing, nature, swimming, and just relaxing in the beautiful natural environment right in the middle of the town of Alloway!!! Public access is located at 26 East Canal Street. There is parking, picnic tables, a dock with gazebo, and a small boat launching ramp (launching fee applies). Only non-powered watercraft or the use of electric trolling motors are allowed. Fishing, on a catch-and-release basis only, is currently permitted. Lake rules and regulations are posted at the public access site. This is the URL to the rules and regulations. http://www.ecode360.com/13833236

Also, all Annual Boat Ramp Passes must be purchased from the Clerk's Office.Call 856-935-4080 for more info. Daily passes for non-citizens are $10/day and they can be found at the lake and then dropped into a secure locked box.

06/19/2026

The Salem River Runs Through It: A 35-Mile Journey Through History

Spanning 34.7 miles, the Salem River is a vital tributary of the Delaware River. Unlike many regional waterways, its entire course and watershed lie strictly within Salem County. This isolation has created a unique sanctuary for wildlife, making it a premier destination for fishing, bird watching, and local conservation.

Read the entire article and more about the historically and environmentally significant Salem River via our website in the link in our comments.

Or just click here: https://thenewsofsalemcounty.com/the-salem-river-journey-through-history/

Check out a detailed article from The News of Salem County on our neighboring Pittsgrove Township's Thundergust Lake whi...
06/18/2026

Check out a detailed article from The News of Salem County on our neighboring Pittsgrove Township's Thundergust Lake which is at Parvin State Park. It has a very unique history and story:

Explore the waters of Thundergust Lake. Read about the rich history, fishing experiences & the its role in at Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove

Alloway Lake from the northwestern sky.
06/15/2026

Alloway Lake from the northwestern sky.

04/09/2026

Good morning Salem County. Sunny skies. High around 50. Partly cloudy skies early will become overcast later during the night. Low of 36.

Have a great day.

Thompson's Bridge at N Greenwich Street in Alloway, taken from Alloway Creek by Sara Morgan

04/09/2026

Good morning Salem County. Sunshine early becoming cloudy later in the day. Slight chance of rain late in the day. High near 65°. Cloudy with light rain in the evening. Low of 48°. 80% chance of rain during evening.

Have a great day.

Top photo from Alloway Remembers Book 1st Edition of railroad bridge heading south crossing Alloway's Creek then turning west crossing N. Greenwich St. after the rail station. On far right of the same image is Thompson's Bridge on N. Greenwich St.

Bottom image from personal collection is facing east behind Water Street where the railroad ran. Ewen's Mill is the large building to the left. It was one of several mills and stores in that direct vicinity.

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26 East Canal Street
Alloway, NJ
08001

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(856) 935-4080

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