Belleplain Fire Tower
US 245, NJ 7
Lookout Details
| Registry Numbers | US 245, NJ 7 (view other lookouts in United States, New Jersey) |
| Date Registered | December 15, 1997 |
| Location |
Belleplain State Forest Cape May County, New Jersey |
| Coordinates |
N 39° 17.036' W 074° 50.948' (view using Google Maps) N 39° 17' 02" W 074° 50' 57" N 39.283933° W 074.849133° |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Administered by | New Jersey Forest Fire Service |
| Cooperators | New Jersey Forest Fire Service |
Description
Constructed on the Belleplain State Forest in 1921 as a 60’ tower, Belleplain Fire Tower was soon overtaken by surrounding trees. In the 1930s, an additional 40’ section was added. The 100’ Aermotor steel tower with 7’ x 7’ metal cab is in active service.
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