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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is comprised of 67,000 acres of forest and mountain terrain in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Address: . Milford NJ USA
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High Point Monument sits at 1,803 feet above sea level and offers an unparalleled view of forest and farmland in three states. The monument commemorates all war veterans in the country. Located in Sussex, NJ.
Address: 1480 Route 23 Sussex NJ USA 07461
 1 973 875-4800
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Farny State Park is located about 12 miles southwest of Ringwood, NJ. The 589-acre Farny Natural Area lies adjacent to Splitrock Reservoir, and is a popular destination for those who enjoy fishing. A number of hiking trails wend through the park as well, allowing hikers to explore the park more closely.
Address: 1304 Sloatsburg Road Ringwood NJ USA 07456-1799
1 973 962-7031
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Black River winds through Hacklebarney State Park, enticing anglers from all over. New Jersey flora and fauna are abundant at this park, a fact that photographers will appreciate.
Address: 119 Hacklebarney Road Long Valley NJ USA 07853-9525
1 908 638-6969
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One attraction at this park is the United Astronomy Club of NJ observatory, which offers public programs from April through October. Camping is also popular here, with 22 campsites, showers and toilets.
Address: P.O Box 150 Hope NJ USA 07844
1 908 459-4366
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This park served as a camp for George Washington during the Revolutionary War from 1779-1780. Today, visitors may view the Jacob Ford Mansion (General Washington's military headquarters during the winter of 1779-1780), other historical buildings, or hike the over 27 miles of trails.
Address: 30 Washington Place Morristown NJ USA 07960-4299
 Send an Email 1 973 539-2085
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Washington Crossing State Park is found about six miles south of Lambertville, NJ. This park commemorates the spot where General George Washington crossed the Delaware River, considered to be a pivotal point in the Revolutionary War. Aside from the historical signifigance, this park is also known for its scenic beauty and bird watching opportunities.
Address: 355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road Titusville NJ USA 08560-1517
1 609 737-0623
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Located in the West Milford Township, this park offers visitors the opportunity to hike amongst hemlock and oak in a forest that is accessible only by foot.
Address: . West Milford Township NJ USA
1 973 853-4462
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Kittatinny Valley State Park is found about six miles south of Newton, NJ. This park lies over the Germany Flats aquifer, which is large source of fresh groundwater. Hiking is popular here, as are fishing and boating on Lake Aeroflex or Gardner's Pond.
Address: P.O. Box 621 Andover NJ USA 07821-0621
1 973 786-6445
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Bull's Island Recreation Area is comprised of 24 acres on the Delaware River. There are 69 campsites, each with fire pit and picnic table. Flush toilets and showers are also on-site for campers to use.
Address: 2185 Daniel Bray Highway Stockton NJ USA 08559
1 609 397-2949
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Picnickers, swimmers, fishermen and campers are all able to be satisfied with the variety of activities available at Spruce Run Recreation Area. The Spruce Run Reservoir was the first state-run water supply in New Jersey, and now offers 1,290 acres of water and 15 miles of shoreline for visitors to enjoy.
Address: 1 Van Syckel's Road Clinton NJ USA 08809
1 908 638-8572
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The Round Valley Reservoir is the deepest lake in New Jersey and has a capacity of 55 billion gallons. This park is also one of the few in New Jersey that offers wilderness camping. Access to these camp sites is by foot or boat only. Located near Lebanon, NJ.
Address: 1220 Lebanon-Stanton Road Lebanon NJ USA 08833-3115
1 908 236-6355
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The Long Pond Ironworks State Park remembers a time when this area was a center of industry. The Ironworks Museum brings visitors back to the 19th century and exposes the history in and around Hewitt, NJ.
Address: 1304 Sloatsburg Road Ringwood NJ USA 07456-7031
1 973 962-7031
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Hopatcong State Park can be found roughly two miles west of Mount Arlington, NJ. Lake Hopatcong is a major draw for visitors, and encompasses 2,500 acres of water that is used for fishing, boating or swimming.
Address: P.O. Box 8519 Landing NJ USA 07850-8519
1 973 398-7010
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Voorhees State Park is located in Glen Gardner, about five miles south of Washington, NJ. The New Jersey Astronomical Association has built an observatory on the site which features a 26-inch Newtonian reflector telescope. Sky watching programs are offered year round. There are 50 campsites available with hot water and flush toilets in the campground.
Address: 251 Country Road Route 513 Glen Gardner NJ USA 08826
1 908 638-6969
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Ringwood State Park comprises a variety of historical and natural attractions that draw visitors from far and wide. The State Botanical Garden contains 96 acres of New Jersey flora, and has paths that lead through gardens and forests. For history, check out Ringwood Manor, a 200 year-old house that at one time housed the master of the ironworks.
Address: 1304 Sloatsburg Road Ringwood NJ USA 07456-1799
1 973 962-7031
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This park includes miles of trails that have been built from old logging roads. These trails are good for hiking and learning more about the New Jersey outdoors. Birds and other wildlife are abundant in this undisturbed forest, which is accessible by foot only.
Address: 1304 Sloatsburg Road Ringwood NJ USA 07456-1799
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The Musconetcong River flows through Allamuchy Mountain State Park, and boasts some of New Jersey's best trout fishing. There are a number of trails that wend through the hardwood forests, in addition to the historic Waterloo Village, which gives visitors an idea of how life was lived in 19th century New Jersey.
Address: . Hackettstown NJ USA
1 908 852-3790
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Wawayanda State Park is situated about two miles east of West Milford, NJ. Both casual and serious hikers will be impressed with the variety of hiking trails offered. Camping can be enjoyed from April through October every year.
Address: 885 Warwick Turnpike Hewitt NJ USA 07421
1 973 853-4462
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Stokes State Forest is located roughly five miles north of Newton, NJ. There is a sight-seeing pavilion at the top of the mountain which can be accessed either by hiking or by a short drive up the road. Those who enjoy hiking, camping, fishing and photography will find this park to be full of activity.
Address: 1 Coursen Road Branchville NJ USA 07826
1 973 948-3820
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This state forest includes the 1,417-acre Ramapo Lake Natural Area. Ramapo Lake is 120 acres in size, and is popular with fishing and boating enthusiasts. Many of the hiking trails throughout the forest provide views of the New York skyline.
Address: 1304 Sloatsburg Road Ringwood NJ USA 07456-1799
1 973 962-7031
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