DID YOU KNOW
July 27th is
We come together as a community to celebrate National New Jersey Day! As a community of over 50,000 strong, we are excited to share some of the best things to do for National New Jersey Day! Check out the list below with some of the best spots and places to visit this week, weekend, or month to appreciate all the great things New Jersey has to offer!
NJspots was founded with the notion of sharing the amazing places that New Jersey had that most people didn’t know about. With the intent to avoid the stigmas of the state, NJspots’ mission is to show the beauty and amazing places the New Jersey has to offer. We hope that you can find your spot and share new ones with us. Don’t forget to tag #NJspots.
Go For A Hike – Shade = Cooler Temps!
With there being plenty of types of hikes across the state, New Jersey has a wide variety to choose from no matter what region you’re in. We have collected some of our favorite hiking spots on our map and also have a few guides below that can help you choose what parks to visit in your region.

Through the Bogs of Burlington County: Black Run Preserve
Get out your hiking shoes (no really — your feet might get wet) and explore the bogs of South Jersey in this nature preserve.

Among the Pines: Poplar Road Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore this hidden forest in Bergen County — and make sure to take your hiking boots AND your camera!

Visiting Ocean County’s Wells Mills County Park
Wells Mills Park really is a feast for the senses and a Jersey Shore gem.

Central Jersey’s Serene Plainsboro Preserve
The five miles of well-marked trails in this local park offer nine different length options for every style of hiker.

21 New Places to Explore in New Jersey in 2021
It’s time to explore some new places in 2021! Check out some new (and new-to-you!) places this year and let us know where you end up.

The Wildlife of Davidson’s Mill Pond Park
The real hidden gems in New Jersey are the hundreds of small county and township parks tucked into the neighborhoods all over our state.
Explore Local Waterfalls & Lakes In New Jersey
If you are looking for some cooldown spots, we have some of the best waterfalls and swimming spots for you to discover around the state. Check out the maps below and start exploring some of these spots, but also keep in mind, you may want to get to these places earlier in the day to avoid the crowds during these hot days!

Chase Waterfalls
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Swimming Holes
Dog-Friendly Spots Too