Posted in New Jersey Creepy, Hiking, Nature May 03, 2022 by

The Creepiest Hike In New Jersey Takes You Through The Ruins Of An Abandoned Factory

The Pine Barrens of New Jersey are a mysterious place, with no shortage of urban legends surrounding the woods. For those who choose to hike there, they’re often looking for secrets – and they just might find them. But one of the Barrens’ greatest secrets has nothing to do with the supernatural. A famous brick factory once stood there, but it’s long since fallen into disrepair. And since then, something eerie and remarkable has happened to it.

The path to the Brooksbrae Terracotta Brick Factory in Manchester Township might look like any other hike through the Pine Barrens, but watch closely...
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As you walk along the nearby street, you might notice chalk graffiti along the country road. That's your first sign that this is no ordinary hike.
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The dilapidated railroad track nearby has even been transformed into an art project. It's only a half-mile hike to your destination, but don't look for any signs along the way. Just follow the well-worn path of fellow hikers...
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You'll know when you get there. Amid some dilapidated old ruins of a brick factory, you'll find a collection of artwork that looks like it might be the work of the Joker.
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But it's not a clown-themed supervillain. It's a collective of motivated artists who have transformed this ruined site into a technicolor display of some of New Jersey's best graffiti.
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Some of the walls have massive tags on them and are barely recognizable from their original purpose.
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Others look more like ancient ruins than a 20th century factory, but few are untouched by the paint. There are many rumors of dark events at Brooksbrae, which is probably why most hikers explore this eerie ruin during the daytime.
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Have you paid a visit to the woods where the Brooksbrae Terracotta Brick Factory lies? Let us know your favorite part of this strange art installation in the comments section. The hike is available to anyone who wants to take it and the ruins are open to the public, but make sure to visit the website of Manchester Township to learn more about the area before you go.

Address: Brooksbrae Terracotta Brick Factory, Pasadena, Woodmanse Road, Manchester Township, NJ 08759, USA