NJDEP | New Jersey State Park Service

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News Releases

May 11, 2024
NJDEP Hosts Public Open House on Revitalization of Liberty State Park South (24/P016)
February 29, 2024
New Jersey State Parks Seeking Applicants to Fill at Least 800 Part-time Jobs Ahead of Peak Spring and Summer Seasons (24/P006)
January 12, 2024
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation to Establish NJ State Parks and Open Space Foundation (Governor's Office News Release)
December 27, 2023
Put Your Best Foot Forward in 2024 With a First Day Hike in State Parks, Forests and Historic Sites on New Year’s Day (23/P067)
October 18, 2023
Murphy Administration Breaks Ground on Liberty State Park Cleanup, Hosts Public Open House on Revitalization Effort (23/P056)
June 29, 2023
DEP Announces Upgrades to Play Structures Across State Parks (23/P041)

New Jersey's State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites

The New Jersey State Park Service administers over 452,000 acres of land comprising parks, forests, historic sites and other recreation areas actively working to manage and promote thriving natural and historic resources.

We strive to provide our visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, camping, swimming, boating and picnicking. Our historic sites offer the visitor the opportunity to journey back through time to experience life of a foregone era.

No matter what your interest is, there is something for everyone! We invite you to take advantage of all our recreational, natural and historical resources and Open your Doorway to Adventure!