State Park Facilities Close to Help Reduce Spread of COVID-19

State Park Facilities Close to Help Reduce Spread of COVID-19

While social distancing is very important for all of us, being stuck inside is never good for both emotional and physical wellbeing. There were rumors that the State Park System would be closing all their parks, facilities, and trails, but that is not the case. here is a portion of their press release sent out today...

TRENTON Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe announced today that public may still access the State Parks, forests, recreation areas and Wildlife Management Areas, including roads, parking areas, trails, lakes and other open space areas for healthful passive recreation.

However, campgrounds, visitor centers, nature centers, restrooms and similar facilities at state parks, forests, recreation areas, Wildlife Management Areas and historic sites are closed until further notice in order to protect public health and safety as the state works to address COVID-19.

Given the lack of services for the public, entry fees normally collected by state parks will be waived. Additionally, permits typically required including but not limited to mobile sport fishing permits (ie. beach buggy permits) are still necessary.

This approach will allow important access to outdoor activities such as walking to continue while limiting potential exposure and spread of the virus.

Keeping state-owned open spaces available to the public is important so people can continue to enjoy the healthful benefits of recreation and being outdoors, Commissioner McCabe said. We advise the public to practice social distancing while enjoying our open spaces.

Staff and Law Enforcement Personnel will continue to conduct routine patrols of open spaces to ensure public safety and general wellbeing of the visiting public.

In addition, the DEP is postponing all upcoming events, programming and camping reservations in State Parks and Wildlife Management Areas through April 30. Refunds will be issued, and events rescheduled at the appropriate time.

Again, facilities are closed, but roads, parking areas, trails, lakes and other open space areas for healthful passive recreation. This is great news!

Below you will find a list of all the State Park and Facilities that we have added into our system...


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Atlantic County


Absecon Lighthouse

Absecon Lighthouse

New Jersey's tallest lighthouse awaits you at Pacific and Rhode Island Avenues in Atlantic City (walking distance f...

Wharton State Forest

Wharton State Forest

Throughout Wharton are rivers and streams for canoeing, hiking trails (including a section of the Batona Trail), mi...

Burlington County


Atsion Recreation Area

Atsion Recreation Area

The Atsion Mansion was built in 1826 as a summer home for Samuel Richards. Richards, who a prominent ironmaster fro...

Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

Formerly known as Lebanon State Forest, visitors are greeted by the fresh scent of pines. Today, hikers can follow ...

Cape May County


Belleplain Campground

Belleplain Campground

No matter the season there is outdoorsy goodness and fun to be had at Belleplain Campground. This Pet Friendly camp...

Belleplain State Forest

Belleplain State Forest

The forested acres of Belleplain include stands of young pine, oak and Atlantic white cedar, reflecting better soil...

Cape May County Park and Zoo

Cape May County Park and Zoo

Visitors to the Cape May County Zoo are greeted by lions and tigers and bears, by red pandas and red foxes, by came...

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Cape May Point State Park (and lighthouse)

Cape May Point State Park (and lighthouse)

Located on the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May Point State Park is a key site on the NJ Coastal Heritage Trail...

Corson's Inlet State Park

Corson's Inlet State Park

Corson's Inlet State Park offers outstanding scenic beauty and endless opportunities for observing a multitude of m...

Historic Cold Springs Village

Historic Cold Springs Village

Historic Cold Spring Village in Cape May is an Early-American open-air living history museum! Step back in time to ...

Cumberland County


East Point Lighthouse

East Point Lighthouse

East Point Lighthouse is an active navigational aid built in 1849, situated on the picturesque Southern Bayshore in...

Gloucester County


Tinicum Rear Range

Tinicum Rear Range

The Tinicum Island Rear Range Light is a lighthouse located in the Billingsport section of Paulsboro, Gloucester Co...

Hudson County


Liberty State Park

Liberty State Park

Liberty State Park is a green oasis in the middle of Metropolitan northern New Jersey. With the Manhattan skyline, ...

Hunterdon County


Bull's Island Recreation Area

Bull's Island Recreation Area

Bulls Island is part of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. It is bounded by the Delaware River to the east ...

Round Valley Recreation Area

Round Valley Recreation Area

Round Valley Reservoir attracts swimmers, boaters, fishermen, picnickers and campers to its scenic shore, while the...

Spruce Run Recreation Area

Spruce Run Recreation Area

Surrounded by the rolling hills of Hunterdon County, Spruce Run Recreation Area is popular with picnickers, swimmer...

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Voorhees State Park

Voorhees State Park

Voorhees State Park offers camping, nature trails, overlooks of NYC, a nice observatory, and much more.

Voorhees State Park Campground

Voorhees State Park Campground

Listing Added On Feb 14th. Information Coming Soon.. Voorhees State Park Campground

Voorhees State Park Observatory / NJAA

Voorhees State Park Observatory / NJAA

Voorhees State Forest Observatory, public events, NJAA, star watching, telescopes

Mercer County


Assunpink Wildlife Management Area

Assunpink Wildlife Management Area

Many activities are allowed within the park. Seasonal hunting/fishing, boating (kayaking/roof top launch plus small...

Planetarium at the New Jersey State Museum

Planetarium at the New Jersey State Museum

Soar through the skies in the Museum's spacious Planetarium, featuring precision projection of more than 6000 stars...

Princeton Battlefield State Park

Princeton Battlefield State Park

Information about Princeton Battlefield State Park coming soon. Please visit their site for more information.

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Washington Crossing State Park (NJ)

Washington Crossing State Park (NJ)

Both a historic location and just a beautiful place to visit, Washington Crossing State Park has a lot to offer any...

Middlesex County


Cheesequake Campground

Cheesequake Campground

53 tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and shower facilities are within walking...

Cheesequake State Park

Cheesequake State Park

Cheesequake State Park offers hiking, bike, walking, swimming, camping, and much much more for every who visits.

Monmouth County


Allaire Campground

Allaire Campground

Allaire campground offers tent/RV/drive up camping, along with Yurt and Cabin rentals. Plus you will be right acros...

Allaire Group Campground

Allaire Group Campground

The group campground in Allaire is located along the south eastern side of Allaire SP. It offers 6 large sites, lot...

Allaire State Park

Allaire State Park

Allaire state park offers biking, a historical village, hiking, railroads, trails, fishing, deep woods, and many ac...

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Allaire State Park Disc Golf Course

Allaire State Park Disc Golf Course

This new addition to Allaire State Park will certainly be a great one! This 18 hole disc golf course was added in 2...

Historic Allaire Village

Historic Allaire Village

The historic Allaire Village contains buildings from the 19th century, including a general store, blacksmith shop, ...

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Monmouth Battlefield State Park preserves a splendid rural 18th-century landscape of hilly farmland and hedgerows t...

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Multiuse Trails in Allaire State Park

Multiuse Trails in Allaire State Park

A network of trails winds through the park, providing opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback ride...

Nature Interpretive Center in Allaire State Park

Nature Interpretive Center in Allaire State Park

To help preserve the park's flora and fauna, large areas of Allaire State Park have been left in their natural stat...

New Jersey Museum of Transportation - Pine Creek Railroad

New Jersey Museum of Transportation - Pine Creek Railroad

The New Jersey Museum of Transportation, Inc. Pine Creek Railroad dates back to 1951 and is among one of the oldest...

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RC Flying Field (within Allaire State Park)

RC Flying Field (within Allaire State Park)

The Jersey Coast Radio Control Club flies here anytime they can.

Twin Lights Historic Site

Twin Lights Historic Site

Twin Lights is situated 200 feet above sea level in Highlands, New Jersey, and overlooks the Shrewsbury River, Sand...

Morris County


Hacklebarney State Park

Hacklebarney State Park

Hacklebarney State Park offers miles of hiking, multiple waterfalls, and fishing access to the great black river

Lake Hopatcong

Lake Hopatcong

Lake Hopatcong is the largest freshwater body in New Jersey, United States, about 4 square miles in area.

Ocean County


Barnegat Light House

Barnegat Light House

The Barnegat Lighthouse contains picnic areas, trails along the inlet and to the beach, and of course the lighthous...

Bass River State Forest

Bass River State Forest

Bass River State Forest was the first forest acquired by the state of New Jersey in 1905 for public recreation, wat...

Double Trouble State Park

Double Trouble State Park

Double Trouble State Park offers an outstanding example of the Pine Barrens ecosystem and a window into the Pine Ba...

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Forest Resource Education Center

Forest Resource Education Center

The Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) in Jackson provides an opportunity for people of all ages to learn and ...

Island Beach State Park

Island Beach State Park

Island Beach State Park, located in Ocean County NJ, offers beach access, cartop boat launching, walking trails thr...

Prospertown Wildlife Management Area

Prospertown Wildlife Management Area

Portions of Prospertown Lake border the Prospertown Wildlife Management area while another section borders the Six ...

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Sedge Islands

Sedge Islands

The Sedge Islands is a pristine wetlands area that teems with wildlife. Paddle through the sedges and see the large...

Passaic County


Abram S. Hewitt State Forest

Abram S. Hewitt State Forest

Abram S. Hewitt State Forest is located in Hewitt, New Jersey. A section of Bearfort Ridge, as well as the Appalach...

Jungle Habitat

Jungle Habitat

Jungle Habitat is maintained by Ringwood State Park, and is used by hikers, bikers, bird watchers. It contains mile...

Long Pond Ironworks State Park

Long Pond Ironworks State Park

Information about Long Pond Ironworks State Park coming soon. Please visit their site for more information.

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New Jersey State Botanical Garden

New Jersey State Botanical Garden

From the delicate shades of a tiny wildflower to the vibrant colors of massed annual plantings, Skylands is a place...

Norvin Green State Forest

Norvin Green State Forest

The undisturbed forest and rugged terrain of Norvin Green offers sanctuary for birds and other wildlife. Part of th...

Ramapo Mountain State Forest

Ramapo Mountain State Forest

This hilly forest is a sanctuary for wildlife. Hikers and mountain bikers enjoy miles of challenging trails. Many t...

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Ringwood Manor

Ringwood Manor

This beautiful country house, which was home for a succession of well-known ironmasters for nearly 200 years, sits ...

Ringwood State Park

Ringwood State Park

Ringwood State Park offers so much for people of all levels to do throughout the year, including mountain biking, h...

Wawayanda State Park

Wawayanda State Park

Wawayanda State Park contains miles of amazing trails, a large fishing/swimming/paddling lakes, and so much more.

Salem County


Finns Point Rear Range Light

Finns Point Rear Range Light

c. 1876 wrought iron lighthouse is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Originally constructed in Bu...

Fort Mott State Park

Fort Mott State Park

Fort Mott was part of a coastal defense system designed for the Delaware River in the late 1800s

Somerset County


Six Mile Run Reservoir

Six Mile Run Reservoir

Six Mile Run offers amazing singletrack for both hikers and bikers throughout the year.

Sussex County


Buttermilk Falls

Buttermilk Falls

Buttermilk Falls (in the Delaware Water Gap) is a picturesque waterfall right by the road. It cascades spectacularl...

High Point State Park

High Point State Park

The view from High Point Monument, at 1,803 feet above sea level, is a spectacular panorama of NJ/NY/PA. Trails aro...

Kittatinny Valley State Park

Kittatinny Valley State Park

Glacial lakes, limestone outcroppings, former railroads, and a small airport are features of Kittatinny Valley Stat...

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Stokes State Forest

Stokes State Forest

Stokes State Forest offers activities ranging from mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking camping, and much more...

Sunrise Mountain Scenic overlook

Sunrise Mountain Scenic overlook

Enjoy breathtaking views of Sussex county on Sunrise Mountain Scenic overlook

Tillman Ravine

Tillman Ravine

The hiking trails on Tillmans Ravine lead you through pine and hemlock forests, across bridges, down alongside a fa...

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Waterloo Village

Waterloo Village

Waterloo Village, 19th century Morris Canal port town, is a National Historic Site. It is located along the banks o...

Winakung Indian Village

Winakung Indian Village

A life-size Lenape Village on Winakung Island in Waterloo Lake is a faithful reproduction, including long houses, h...

Warren County


Allamuchy Mountain State Park

Allamuchy Mountain State Park

Allamuchy Mountain State Park offers a wide variety of activities, mainly consisting of hiking and mountain biking ...

Jenny Jump Campground

Jenny Jump Campground

Located in the northern section of Jenny JumpState Forest, you will find 20+ campsites, 2 group camping areas, and ...

Jenny Jump State Forest

Jenny Jump State Forest

Jenny Jump State Forest offers great views, great hiking, camping and more.

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Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center

Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center

The Pequest facility includes a Natural Resource Education Center for environmental education as well as the only s...

Stephens State Park

Stephens State Park

The Musconetcong River, an excellent freshwater fishing spot, flows over and around boulders through Stephens State...

Stephens State Park Campground

Stephens State Park Campground

Forty tent and small trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and showers are within walking ...

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UACNJ Observatory at Jenny Jump

UACNJ Observatory at Jenny Jump

The UACNJ Observatory in Jenny Jump State Park is a collection of observatories, equipment, astronomy clubs, member...

White Lake Wildlife Management Area

White Lake Wildlife Management Area

White Lake lies within the 665-acre White Lake Wildlife Management Area between Blairstown and Stillwater. The prop...

Worthington State Forest

Worthington State Forest

Some of the most rugged terrain and splendid views of northern New Jersey are found in Worthington State Forest. A ...

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