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Far Hills, New Jersey provides access to a variety of established campgrounds set among the forests and reservoirs of northern New Jersey. Round Valley State Park Campground and Spruce Run Recreation Area offer primitive and developed camping options within 15 miles of Far Hills. Campers can find tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals at several state parks and private campgrounds scattered throughout the region. Voorhees State Park, Stephens State Park, and Mahlon Dickerson Reservation feature wooded campsites with varying levels of amenities from basic to full-service.
Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from April 1 through October 31, closing during winter months. Facilities at state parks typically include drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and some offer electric hookups. Several campgrounds like Great Divide Campground and Mountainview Campground accommodate larger recreational vehicles with dedicated sites. Reservations are required at most locations and should be secured well in advance, especially for summer weekends and holidays. Water access can be limited at some primitive sites, with visitors noting that "the campsite in this review has two major points to express beyond the actual review... this site is only accessible by canoes or kayaks."
The region's camping areas feature varied terrain from lakeside settings to forested mountain locations. Water-based recreation opportunities are abundant, with several campgrounds positioned near reservoirs and rivers including the Delaware Water Gap. Campers frequently mention the natural beauty and outdoor activities available. One visitor to Round Valley State Park noted that "Round Valley is certainly a must see for any type of outdoors person, or someone who appreciates relaxation in a gorgeous landscape. It is a semi-mountainous, forested setting with a very large 'lake', which is really a man-made reservoir in the middle of a valley." Sites at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation are described as "wooded and large" with convenient access to hiking trails and nearby amenities. Campers should be prepared for varying levels of privacy between sites and occasional wildlife encounters.
"The crystal-clear water is home to huge lake trout and the forests are bursting with wildlife. The sunsets across the lake are to die for."
"Once you get to the campground trail it’s pretty easy going on asphalt surface."
"Park employees and park police drive around through the day. Some big groups of campers got a little rowdy at night. The bathrooms were absolutely disgusting."
"The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."
"Panther lake was a pretty good campground with lots of spots to camp at. Our campsite had a picnic bench and a fire ring. They offer both RV and primitive camping."
"The Lake is the gem of the campground with a really nice beach, good for fishing and kayaking. The negatives were the bathrooms. They are very primitive and quite dirty."
"Located in the Skylands of New Jersey, Mahlon Dickerson Campgound is a perfect place to spend a few nights or a couple of weeks. The campsites are paved and mostly level. They are wooded and large."
"It's beautiful and quiet, and close to beautiful hiking trails, lakes, and other outdoor recreation opportunities."
"Our 4rth state in our 5 state trip is New Jersey! We wanted to see Delaware Water Gap NRA & I found a campground by Newton called The Great Divide. This is a private campground."
"All the positive reviews about this place are accurate! Beautiful, clean, well maintained, lots to do, great value for your $$"
"The bathroom/shower was only a few steps away which was convenient and clean."
"All the sites are set up nearby the office where people are all day should you ever need anything. The workers are super friendly and regularly make rounds of the grounds."
"The pit latrines were clean, the water spigots worked fine, and there was plenty of wildlife to see roam through the surrounding areas. It was home away from home."
"There are many things to do close by too like the observatory, Round Valley beach, Grounds for Art, etc. We all really enjoyed ourselves and plan on returning."
"We were kindly escorted to our site (a nice refreshing change from having to wander around to find the sites ourselves), which was the one farthest away from the entrance."
"Close by to a couple of nice state parks. Cute sheep and goats that wander about during the day! Sweet little spot, we'll definitely be back!"
"There are dumpsters but no recycling (not sure if New Jersey segregates recycling after pickup). ATT had some reception but we forgot to check the Verizon phone. "
"Was a bit hard to locate the office to check in but finally found it. The camp site was spacious. The bathrooms were struggling with the plumbing but were fairly clean."
"Both times it was a positive experience. Excellent view of the South Branch and extremely relaxing. Only negative was the rest rooms closed sometime soon after the day camps let out."
"We’re total newbs but we had a great time parked next to the raritan river. Spot 21 was open on the one side since they weren’t allowing tents during Covid."
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TravelerThis area seems to be devoid of campgrounds except for this one. It’s basically just a large parking lot with hook ups. Completely open, which is great for Starlink. Bathrooms were slightly above average; fairly clean and places to hang clothes for your shower. Has a laundry but be sure to bring quarters. It is about 100 yards from the interstate so you’ll get a lot of noise and diesel exhaust fumes.
RangerWe camped here in our pop up for our Anniversary in November. We were impressed with the cleanliness and available amenities for the time of year we were camping in! Close proximity to DWG and PA AND NJ attractions.
TravelerAnother great experience. Sites were large. Staff was friendly with many different things for kids to do. Great base camp for local hikes.
RangerWe came here 4th of July weekend, and this is one of the things I love about these sites...they had availability! Our site was very big, and was perfect with sone shade and also lots of sun!
RangerOur travel trailer and our friends' pop up both fit on this site with no problem. The only issue we had is that there is a bit of a ditch that turns to mud after a rain. We were off the beaten path so very little traffic. There was a bathroom with pit toilets down the street. Plenty of places to hike and fish also. We loved it here!
RangerWe came here to ride our ATV's...since it is more than 3 hours from home, we decided to book this spot for the night. We have stayed in a bunch of the DWSF sites. This one was kinda meh. Nearer to the road so traffic at all hours. Picnic table and fire ring, and as always, evidence of people chopping down live trees for firewood. Ugh! We set up our tent and had a nice fire, albeit there was broken glass on the ground. Biting flies worked overtime on us. Not a terrible stay, but we prolly won't book this one again. And these sites are no longer free. As out of state-rs, we paid $21 for one night. Still a good deal.
ScoutAs far as experience it was good. The main issue was the campsite where we were was uneven and caused many of the sleeping arrangements that we had to be not level. This seems to be a specific issue to the group campsite number two as when we went inwards it seemed like everything else was much better.
GuideTwo night stay, large loud parties make it hard to enjoy but once most of them left it was nice to walk down to the river. Bath house with toilets and showers, not all lights working. No swimming access but boat access and trails for hiking.
ScoutNo hookups. It was wooded, quiet and dark at night. I used the dump station on my way out. The first time I ever saw a poop fountain. The sewer opening sticks up above ground level. The cover swivels away, so I couldn't put it on top of my hose. And then, when I tried to rinse it, there was nowhere for it to go, because the inlet is elevated.
The camping spots near Far Hills, New Jersey offer accessible wilderness experiences throughout the Skylands region, with elevations ranging from 400 to 1,200 feet. Most camping areas sit within the highlands ecosystem, characterized by deciduous forests, rocky outcrops, and watershed reserves. Many locations restrict access from November through March due to winter conditions and limited water availability.
Night sky observation: At Voorhees State Park Campground, campers can visit the on-site observatory. The park features "well Maintained hiking trails, camp sites, with play grounds and an observatory," according to Jocelyn G.
Waterfront activities: Camp Carr Campground offers riverside sites with direct water access. Jim B. notes, "Excellent view of the South Branch and extremely relaxing," making it ideal for fishing or paddling. The campground sits directly on the South Branch of the Raritan River.
Hiking trail access: The wooded sites at Jenny Jump State Forest connect to extensive trail systems. Katrina Z. describes it as "peaceful up there and the scenery is lovely," with trails leading directly from campsites to scenic overlooks. The forest features Ghost Lake, reached by a moderate 1.5-mile trail.
Rustic wilderness camping: Round Valley Recreation Area offers primitive sites accessible only by hiking or boating. James R. writes, "The water is crystal clear, the area is clean. There's bathrooms and pumps but we just filtered the water from the reservoir instead which tasted a million times better than the well water."
Spacious, private sites: Mountainview Campground provides well-separated camping areas. Christina H. describes, "The property is well kept and campsites are a good distance from each other. Plenty of open field as well as wooded areas." Sites average 50 feet between neighbors.
Water-adjacent camping: Spruce Run Recreation Area features lakeside sites. Jules T. shares, "Our site was on the water and it was really nice. A duck visited us every morning." Frank J. adds, "Reasonable cost from NJ state website. I paid $41 for 2 days. Campsites well spaced apart."
Access challenges: Some sites require significant effort to reach. At Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, Christina L. advises, "It is on a hill so have a hand truck or a few people to carry stuff. Trust me it is worth it and I think it's the best tent site they have."
Limited facility hours: At Camp Carr, Jim B. warns, "Only negative was the rest rooms closed sometime soon after the day camps let out. That was an unwelcome surprise." Check operating schedules when making reservations.
Highway noise: Several campgrounds experience traffic sounds. At Jenny Jump, Seth K. notes, "You can hear some of the highway sounds from the campsites (especially the jake brake)." Similarly, Jocelyn G. mentions, "My only complaint is that the noise from the highway was quite loud at night."
Activity-focused campgrounds: Great Divide Campground offers numerous amenities for children. Scott N. reports it's a "Great family run campground. Owners are a blast," while Ethan K. adds, "The common area, along with the pool, had a small soccer field and volleyball court. They also had scheduled activities for kids."
Swimming options: Panther Lake Camping Resort provides water recreation opportunities. Ethan K. writes, "The lake and pool were a big plus, especially for hot days. While I did not take advantage, you are allowed to rent boats and take them out on the lake."
Year-round educational opportunities: Stephens State Park features nature programs during peak season. The campground sits near trout-stocked waters, and jacquelyn G. notes, "The river is just a small walk down the hill. They stock the water with trout and there was an officer checking for fishing permits."
Site selection strategy: At Spruce Run Recreation Area, Ruette W. advises, "I would consider getting one on the water to enjoy the water and one in the parking lot to hook up the RV. It's kind of worth it." For longer stays, this two-site approach maximizes comfort and views.
RV size limitations: Douglas P. warns about Spruce Run's layout: "If bringing your RV, the safest bet is to reserve a spot with no shade as the other spots often times have very low hanging tree limbs."
Water hookup preparation: When camping at Mahlon Dickerson, prepare for water connection challenges. One camper notes, "Website lists water hook ups at long distances but they have hose reels to help with that. Our site (15) said 75' however the 50' hose reel made it to our rv connection."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Far Hills, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, Far Hills, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 147 campgrounds and RV parks near Far Hills, NJ and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Far Hills, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Far Hills, NJ is Round Valley State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Far Hills, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Far Hills, NJ.
What parks are near Far Hills, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Far Hills, NJ that allow camping, notably Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Gateway National Recreation Area.
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