NJDEP | New Jersey State Park Service

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June 5, 2025
Murphy Administration Invites Public to Enjoy State Parks, Forests and Historic Sites Showcasing New Jersey’s Natural Beauty and History
February 12, 2025
New Jersey State Parks Accepting Applications to Fill More Than 800 Seasonal Positions Ahead of Peak Spring, Summer Months
January 27, 2025
DEP Presents Projects for Liberty State Park at Revitalization Program Open House Ahead of Groundbreaking
December 26, 2024
Step Into 2025 With A Scenic First Day Hike In New Jersey State Parks, Forests And Historic Sites
November 25, 2024
DEP Releases Map Defining Legal Roads in Wharton State Forest
November 15, 2024
Murphy Administration Presents Plans for the Newark Section of the Greenway at Open House, Construction to Begin in 2025
October 23, 2024
DEP State Park Service Unveils New Inclusive Playground In Sussex County, Announces Completion Of Equipment Upgrades To 24 State Park Playgrounds Throughout State
October 16, 2024
DEP’s State Park Police Seeks to Hire 20 Officers Statewide, Releases New Recruitment Video

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!