Atlantic County Bikeway West Advanced Feasibility Study
This phase brings SJTPO one step closer to its goal of providing a regional trail network in South Jersey that offers a continuous, off-road, multi-use trail for all ages and abilities, consistent with the larger Circuit trail network and other high-quality trails in the SJTPO region.
SJTPO is working with Atlantic County and Consultants to evaluate further the feasibility of a 22-mile trail connecting the Camden County Link Trail to the Atlantic County Bikeway East. This project would expand Southern New Jersey’s trail network by creating a safe, continuous, off-road multi-use trail for residents and visitors.
The Atlantic County Bikeway West Advanced Feasibility and Concept Development will evaluate the feasibility of a continuous, off-road trail corridor along a roughly 22-mile alignment connecting Atlantic County’s Bikeway East to the Camden County Link and ultimately contribute to a larger trail network from Cape May, New Jersey, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This study is a continuation of the 2021 feasibility analysis to examine further the preliminary preferred alignment identified. The preferred route follows Route 54, unused railroad rights-of-way parallel to Route 40, and other separated corridors to minimize traffic conflicts. The study further examines three focus areas, prioritized by their potential for connectivity and existing momentum.
Public Involvement
Public involvement is essential to ensure the project reflects community priorities, addresses stakeholder needs, and builds public consensus to advance the trail into preliminary engineering.
In March 2026, the first public workshop was held to introduce the project to the community, gather feedback, and help shape the project so it reflects community priorities, addresses stakeholder needs, and builds public consensus as it moves toward preliminary engineering. The workshop recording is below.
Since then, staff have reviewed and considered the input received during the workshop. Staff are now ready to share the selected trail alignments with the public and provide additional information about the project.
At this stage, SJTPO and Atlantic County are seeking public input to help inform key elements of the proposed multi-use trail, including trailhead locations and amenities, connection points, and existing barriers.
The project team attended the Atlantic County 4-H Fair in early August to inform attendees of the project and to garner feedback.
In an effort to reach more residents, an online survey has been published, and will remain open through September 18, 2026.
Additional supporting materials are provided below.