Farther east, the route crosses CR 619 and CR 609 before turning east into a patch of woods. The road runs through agricultural areas as it comes to junctions with CR 553 and CR 667. From here, CR 538 turns more southeast and continues through farmland and woodland with a few residences, entering Franklin Township and becoming Swedesboro Road.
The route travels eastward, crossing CR 619 and CR 609 before entering a wooded area. It then passes through agricultural areas as it intersects with CR 553 and CR 667. From there, CR 538 turns southeast and continues through farmland and woodland with some houses, entering Franklin Township and becoming Swedesboro Road.