EFFECTIVE AT SUNRISE ON 5/2/20
4/29/20 – All New Jersey State Parks will be reopening to the public on Saturday, May 2nd, after being closed for weeks due to COVID-19. This is great news as the weather is getting warmer and families are itching to escape the constraints of stay-at-home orders. We have some of our favorite park guides below along with our handy NJspots map for you to explore a new State Park near you!
**PLEASE NOTE**
All Social-Distancing Restrictions are in Effect.
Also, Parking will be LIMITED & all Restrooms & Buildings will be closed.
- Don't Go In Groups
- Keep 6 Feet of Distance
- Pick Up Your Trash
- ...Including Your Dog's
- Parking Lot Full? Go Somewhere Else.
- Wear A Mask (option, but encouraged)
Your Guides For Local New Jersey State Parks

Step Back in Time for Canal Days at Waterloo Village
During the 19th century, Waterloo Village was a thriving point on the Morris Canal. This part of New Jersey history, which contains a 400-year-old Lenape

9 Top Spots for Mountain Biking in New Jersey
Get out on your bike and into the elements! We’ve created a mountain bike map to help you plan your next adventure. Use this as

Hiking Through History: Historic Allaire Village
Allaire Village in Allaire State Park holds much historical significance around New Jersey.

Spend the Day at Hopatcong State Park
One of the smaller parks in the state, Hopatcong State Park is a great spot in North Jersey to check out.

The Best Spots in High Point State Park
Need a North Jersey getaway? Explore the best of High Point State Park with this guide.

Three Best Spots in Cheesequake State Park
Cheesequake State Park is perhaps one of the most overlooked state parks in New Jersey — even though a lot of you drive through it on the Parkway every day!
I am SO excited! I am waiting for more information about Manasquan Reservoir and what their hours will be. There is a full moon next week – I’m already planning some compositions and alternatives. It will nice to be shooting something that isn’t in my yard….