Top 10 Things To Do in New Jersey for 4th of July Weekend

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Well, this is a different 4th of July than usual…but it can be even better than normal.

The 4th of July is always a great holiday weekend to get out and start exploring New Jersey as summer is officially here. With hot weather and the sun shining it’s a great time to start finding new spots to explore and adventure to throughout the state. The NJspots Team has compiled a list of some of the top things to do in New Jersey this 4th of July weekend. But don’t forget to check out our maps and other guides too, if you want to find a spot you haven’t discovered before.

When adventuring, we suggest wearing a mask in crowded areas at parks like bathrooms, parking lots, and picnic areas. Be safe and be healthy.

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Top Things To Do In New Jersey for 4th of July Weekend

Best State Park Hikes of North Jersey

Our northernmost state park has some amazing trails — some that even overlook New York!

FIND A HIKE

Best State Park Hikes in South Jersey

Explore the Southern Region and hike these amazing parks! Check out these sandy hikes in South Jersey to mix up your hiking game!

FIND A HIKE

Best State Park Hikes of Central Jersey

There are several amazing trails to check out in this park, which you have probably driven past on the Parkway dozens of times!

HIKE CENTRAL JERSEY

Exploring the Outdoors of Cape May Point

Cape May is a great spot to visit, but you may not know if all the outdoor spots to check out on the southern tip of New Jersey. So make a day out of it and explore the outdoors around Cape May Point at these amazing spots!

VISIT CAPE MAY

Hike Mount Tammany

Some of the BEST views of the Delaware Water Gap are here. Get there early to beat the heat and people!

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Avoid the Crowds with these Hikes

If you’re trying to avoid crowds these days, here are some amazing spots all over New Jersey to get you out and about!

FIND A QUIET HIKE

Best Sunset Spots In New Jersey

Those sunsets have been amazing lately. Find a new spot to watch the sun go down this weekend.

FIND YOUR SPOT

Top Mountain Bike Trails

Get out on your bike and into the elements! We’ve created a mountain bike map to help you plan your next adventure.

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Explore This South Jersey Spot

Nestled deep in the Pine Barrens, lay the small town of Pasadena, New Jersey. This is where the ruins of Brooksbrae Terracotta Brick Factory can be found.

VISIT THIS SPOT

Hike the Pochuck Boardwalk

Part of the Appalachian Trail, the Pochuck Boardwalk famous section of boardwalk hiking trail through the marshy lands of North New Jersey.

HIKE THIS

We hope that you can enjoy your 4th of July doing whatever it is you love. Enjoy some of the other spots and places around New Jersey. Our state has a lot to offer, so however you choose to spend your holiday weekend be sure to continue to tag #NJspots.