This Hidden Lake In New Jersey Has Some Of The Bluest Water In The State

Editor's Note: While the destination featured below is fascinating and beautiful, it is on private property. According to the official website of Cumberland County, there is no public access to it and no swimming at Manumuskin River Preserve.

One thing about the beaches at the Jersey Shore is that the Atlantic Ocean in this area isn't exactly enticing. For example, you don't get the shockingly blue hues you see in the tropics. With that being said, New Jersey actually is home to some blue water lakes. One shockingly blue one is the Manumuskin River Preserve in the Pinelands. It's absolutely beautiful, but sadly, no swimming is permitted.

It's no secret that New Jersey's blue holes are stunning. You almost feel like you're in the Caribbean whenever you stumble across one of them.

Manumuskin River Preserve has multiple blue holes, although this one off Schooner Landing Road is the most famous.

It's such a pretty, rare sight!

There is also a lot of sand around the lake, adding to its beach-like feel.

People used to hike along the Manumuskin River Preserve Trail to reach it, which is an easy, two-mile, out-and-back hike. Unfortunately, since it's located on private property, it's not recommended to try and hike all the way there anymore.

Also, while locals do sometimes take a dip in the blue hole, it's not advisable for multiple reasons.

You see, the blue hole isn't a natural phenomenon in New Jersey. It's a former mining quarry. The sulfur is what gives the blue hole that unique blue hue.

Sadly, there is a lot of industrial waste in this blue hole, too. You don't want to see the bottom. Trust us!

Even though this is one of New Jersey's most beautiful and peaceful hidden lakes, people shouldn't go for a swim there.

In fact, this hidden lake in New Jersey can actually be pretty dangerous. There are other blue holes to see in the state, but the warning remains the same: Don't hop in for a dip!

For additional information, be sure to look up some of the legends around the New Jersey's blue holes. Even the Jersey Devil is featured.