As one of the earliest official precincts in Salem County, Pilesgrove Township is a pillar of regional agriculture, distinguished by its heritage farms and historic crossroads.
Stretching across more than 35 square miles of lush, rolling land, the township has seen steady, and sustainable growth. It masterfully blends its deep Quaker settlement roots with a thriving modern agricultural and agritourism scene.
Founded on the principles of early Quaker settlers, Pilesgrove has dedicated centuries to cultivating the land and establishing enduring community values. It proudly holds the distinction of passing New Jersey’s first “right-to-farm” law, cementing its commitment to its agricultural families.
The township is famously home to the Cowtown Rodeo, the oldest weekly running professional rodeo in the United States, drawing visitors from across the country. Beyond the arena, local wineries and beautifully preserved heritage farms highlight a vibrant, family-friendly rural lifestyle.
Pilesgrove Township News and Articles
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Fenwick’s Soil: The Enduring Ecological Tapestry of Salem County
Deep Roots and Sassafras Loam: How Salem County Held the Line Against the Sprawl Drive south from the concrete sprawl of the Northeast Corridor, and the landscape abruptly shifts. The endless distribution centers and subdivisions give way to sprawling fields of corn, historic glazed-brick farmhouses, and vast tidal marshes. You have crossed into Salem County,…
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Salem County Art Tour set for May 16-17
Free two-day Art Tour to feature over 40 local artists across Salem County The upcoming Salem County Art Tour is an event where artists from all over Salem County share their studios with the public for a free, two-day, county-wide event on May 16th from 10am to 5pm and May 17th from 11am to 4pm.…
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Horrible Accident in Pilesgrove Twp.
PILESGROVE TWP: Earlier this morning, 3/21/26 around 10:36AM there was a very serious accident in Pilesgrove Twp. at Point Airy Rd. and Swedesboro Rd. The accident is reported to have been with 3 vehicles including a NJ Transit bus. Please, avoid the area as Emergency Responders are on the scene. One patient requires Advanced Life…