10 Abandoned Places In New Jersey That Nature Is Reclaiming
By Kristen|Published June 18, 2015
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Kristen is a writer, editor, and social media maven who loves her state. Born and raised in New Jersey, sharing all it has to offer is her passion. After attending Montclair State University, she continued her education online, obtaining certifications in social media management.
In such a densely packed state it can be difficult to find abandoned buildings. Many abandoned properties are simply knocked down to make room for more malls or upscale apartment complexes. When you’re tight on space, every square foot matters. Even still, if you know where to look, there are a treasure trove of abandoned places just waiting to be explored. Many of these buildings are on public property; as for the ones that aren’t, we’ll just have to live vicariously through these photos.
This former Army base was active between 1874 -1974. Once home to anti-aircraft missiles, the fort now houses Nubian Goats to help combat the poison ivy.
Paterson is a populous city, but this factory sits on the outskirts untouched. It's a wonder it hasn't been knocked down by now to make way for something new. It might help that in the spring and summer the surrounding trees shade the building from prying eyes.
The lines between building and nature are blurred in Walpack; nearly the entire town has been abandoned. At the time of the 2010 census, there were only 16 residents.
There are quite a few abandoned buildings in Newark but this one is visible off the Turnpike for all the world to see. Look closely and you'll notice tree branches sprouting from the windows and rooftop.
Once a stunning mansion owned by stockbroker Milton Untermeyer, the building burned down in the late 1960's. All that remains now is brick and vines.
In the end, nature always wins. That may be reassuring for some though it may be unsettling for others. Either way, the significance of nature reclaiming urban sprawl and industrial progress does not go overlooked. Whatever it means to you, it can not be denied that there is something meaningful going on. Trees and towers meld together to create unique landscapes that seem to work together despite being stark in contrast. What’s your view on abandoned buildings being left to nature? Do you have any favorite spots to scope out similar sights?
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