Best Glamping near Matawan, NJ

Collective Governors Island and Turkey Swamp Park house upscale glamping accommodations within reach of Matawan, New Jersey. Collective Governors Island features safari-style canvas tents with electricity and comfortable furnishings, while Turkey Swamp Park offers glamping yurts set among wooded surroundings. Both locations provide picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor dining and evening relaxation. The glamping sites at Turkey Swamp include drinking water access and clean shower facilities, making them suitable for those seeking comfort without sacrificing the outdoor experience. Allaire State Park also features yurt accommodations with modern amenities in a natural setting. "We stayed in a RV and a tent. There were eight people in total sleeping on the site. The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day," noted one visitor about their glamping experience.

Round Valley Recreation Area provides glamping guests with access to extensive hiking trails and water activities on its reservoir. The glamping sites feature trash service and picnic tables, with many offering scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest glamping accommodations include access to clean, well-maintained bathroom facilities with hot water. A recent visitor mentioned, "Bathrooms were clean and stocked, warm/hot water available. No issues with firepit, water, plenty of tinder nearby." Most glamping locations near Matawan operate seasonally from April through October, with Turkey Swamp Park open from April 1 to November 15. The area's glamping resorts provide convenient access to nearby attractions including Revolutionary War battlefields, the Delaware River, and local wildlife viewing opportunities where guests can occasionally hear foxes and observe deer in their natural habitat.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Matawan, New Jersey (21)

1. Turkey Swamp Park
28 Reviews
Freehold, NJ
15 miles
Website
+1 (732) 462-7286
$42 - $79 / night
"we hiked one of the few trails in the morning and it was clean and well marked. we kayaked after that and the one thing that wasnt very great was that we brought our own kayaks so we had a decent walk"

"Nicely wooded with water and electric. Be sure to bring extra hose because the water spigot is a distance from the electric. sites are level and well maintained."
2. Allaire State Park - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
18 Reviews
Allenwood, NJ
18 miles
Website
+1 (732) 938-2371
"Love the area lots to do hiking fishing nature walks, something for everyone."

"Lots of walking paths surround the park & you are also close to Belmar, Point Pleasant, Manasquan (all fun shore towns)."

3. Timberland Lake Campground
12 Reviews
Cream Ridge, NJ
23 miles
Website
+1 (732) 928-0500
"They do their own haunted walk through that is just awesome! Everyone decorates. They have a dj every Saturday! Plenty of activities for the kids. They have cool raffles!"

"Stayed here from June 24th-27th on site 38. It was a really nice size, and the kids could fish right off the dock on the back."
4. Collective Governors Island
5 Reviews
Jersey City, NY
22 miles
Website
+1 (970) 445-2033
$529 - $1200 / night
"The article also mentions the benefits of camping on Governor Island, such as feeling close to nature, relaxing and enjoying a peaceful space, away from the noise of the city."

5. Adventure Bound Camping (Tall Pines)
3 Reviews
Roosevelt, NJ
20 miles
Website
+1 (856) 451-7479
"My wife and I, residing near the Commodore Barry, sought a brief respite. Our thirteen-year-old son was unable to join us, so we proceeded without him."
6. Round Valley State Park Campground
25 Reviews
Lebanon, NJ
36 miles
Website
+1 (908) 236-6355
"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."

"Fire pit had a medal grate to cook on. Beautiful area. we paddled in, the water is very clean and crystal clear"

7. Pine Cone Campgrounds
1 Review
Freehold, NJ
16 miles
+1 (732) 462-2230
8. Brendan Byrne State Forest
18 Reviews
Chatsworth, NJ
39 miles
Website
+1 (609) 726-1191
$3 - $60 / night
"Flat site, no tent bed, enough space to park two cars."

"First off, I will start by saying you have to drive a good amount of distance to get into the campground and that is something I really enjoyed!"

9. Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024
8 Reviews
Titusville, NJ
35 miles
Website
+1 (609) 737-0623
$50 - $100 / night
"I always look forward to going because it is consistently clean, great for riding bikes and taking pets for a walk and children for a stroll PLUS it is significant historically and it is enjoyable for"

"The camp ground is secluded and right on the Delaware River. Very enjoyable"
10. Spruce Run Recreation Area
15 Reviews
Bethlehem, NJ
41 miles
Website
+1 (908) 638-8572
"The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day."

"Great arrival experience—the office has their act together—but registration closes at 4pm."

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Matt S.
Legend
May. 27, 2024
Adventure Bound Camping (Tall Pines)
Deceiving Website
We stayed at Adventure Bound Tall Pines in Elmer, New Jersey, for Memorial Day weekend for a quick getaway. Despite reserving and paying for a“Premium” site, it fell far short. But there were still a few things we liked…

THINGS I LIKED:

1. Super-friendly staff, especially Allie, who was courteous and seemed to try to make things right

2. Lots of mature shade trees

3. DJ at the pool Saturday and Sunday and live band Saturday evening

4. Close proximity to Delsea Drive-in Theatre and Cohenzick Zoo

THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:

1. I reserved and paid-in-full for a premium site which listed 50-amp service and a concrete pad. Nope. Only 30-amp service and no concrete pad. When I called the office, assuming there must’ve been a mistake, I was told by two different staff members that their website is“wonky.” I wouldn’t mind as much, but this weekend was 90-degrees each day and humid, so it would’ve been good to have air conditioning.

2. The entire park was dirty sand with weeds growing everywhere

3. This place is not big-rig friendly, difficult to navigate some of the turns in our 45’ motorhome and taking scratches from tree branches that should be trimmed

4. I paid$432 for 3-nights and feel like I was taken

WOULD WE COME BACK?

Nope. I’m sticking with campgrounds that give you what you paid for.
Maureen F.
Guide
Dec. 4, 2020
Tohickon Valley County Park
Great stop for a Bikepacker
No electrical and no pets allowed in camp sites. But plenty of trees and huge fire rings in each spot. An RV would have a tough time but for car camping it’s great. The Delaware Canal is nearby with the tow path for biking. That makes this a nice Bikepacking stop.
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Zachary L.
Traveler
Aug. 8, 2021
Turkey Swamp Park
Great Campground
I stayed at turkey swamp for just one night we had to pack it in early because a storm was rolling in but otherwise a great campground! we hiked one of the few trails in the morning and it was clean and well marked. we kayaked after that and the one thing that wasnt very great was that we brought our own kayaks so we had a decent walk from the parking lot to the lake. the lake itself wasnt huge and we paddled it in about an hour but it was still beautiful, fun and clean. the way the camp sites are set up is great because it give you some solid privacy. the roads are one way and each camp site is a horseshoe off the road. we stayed on site C4 and it was less then a 1 minute walk to the bathroom which was very clean! the only complaint we had was some of our neighbors didnt respect quiet hour. otherwise a fantastic campground for a small group or family!
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Steve
Scout
Jun. 27, 2021
Brendan Byrne State Forest
Nice campsite for car camping
Flat site, no tent bed, enough space to park two cars. Campsite decent size, but some don't have clear boundaries to neighbors, and sometimes not optimally configured (e.g., the site next door's fire pit was placed on the edge of its site/right next to my site). Could hear the traffic on Rte 72 at night despite being a half mile away.

Bathrooms were clean and stocked, warm/hot water available. No issues with firepit, water, plenty of tinder nearby. Bought firewood at the office for $7, but there is plenty of dead wood lying around outside the campsite. Picnic tables were somewhat hacked/battoned for kindling, but many sites had a log lying around for such purpose.

Went during the week and there were only 3 other campsites in use, ran into very few people on the trails. Ticks were definitely present but wasn't too crazy - found 2 on me in 3 days, no mosquito bites... thanks permethrin!
Jessica D.
Scout
Apr. 21, 2021
Timberland Lake Campground
Great location, fun times!
We LOVE camping here in the fall!! They do their own haunted walk through that is just awesome! Everyone decorates. They have a dj every Saturday! Plenty of activities for the kids. They have cool raffles! Very close to Six Flags Great adventure. You can hear the lions in the morning. There is a road that goes between the campground and the Safari you can drive, walk, or bicycle down and see the animals! This campground has a pretty lake, a bridge and is very woodsy, not just a camper parking lot like some other campgrounds! The staff and seasonals friendly! The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because the bathrooms need a deep cleaning.
Mario M.
Scout
Jun. 9, 2020
Mountainview Campground
Simple Camping Under the Trees
This campground is perfect for a getaway if what you’re looking for is no more than spending some time in nature. The property is well kept and campsites are a good distance from each other. Plenty of open field as well as wooded areas. I would mostly recommend it for primitive camping, however, campsites with running water and electricity are available.
Jesse C.
Guide
Jun. 24, 2020
Turkey Swamp Park
Nice for a first trip
First time camping with my 10 yr old son during covid restrictions. Park rangers were nice. Check in was easy. $36 per night includes water and electricity on site. Didn't have anything to compare it to but the sites were kind of small and close together. If your neighbors have a barking dog or a crying baby you can kiss tranquility goodbye. Spiders in the bathroom, mold on the shower curtains. Because of covid-19 restrictions you couldn't rent a boat, (supposed) to wear masks in the bathroom, and the picnic grounds were supposed to be closed. The lake was nice. Plenty of trails to walk. Wouldn't exactly call it hiking though. You can fish the lake, bring your own kayak, and there's an archery range on site, and also some huge beautiful fields for whatever. The rangers come around and enforce quiet time and make you put fires out around 10 or 11 pm. All in all was a good time and we'll probably go back.
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Jessica F.
Scout
Jul. 3, 2022
Spruce Run Recreation Area
Spruce Run
We stayed in a RV and a tent. There were eight people in total sleeping on the site. We stayed July 1 and 2nd. The actual site was nice and was close to the bathrooms. There was plenty of shade as the sun moved throughout the day. The park used to be a swim attraction but the water is not safe to swim in because of a dangerous algae bloom. While walking around, it gave off an abandoned summer camp feel. There were maybe six structures (concessions, changing rooms, etc) that were all boarded up. Thursday night was quiet. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the sounds of nature. The next night, there were many more people there. In one site, campers set up at least five tents. They were very loud past the curfew time of 10. Quiet hours were not taken seriously on that night.
Sarah A.
Scout
Oct. 3, 2021
Mountainview Campground
Perfect!
This campground has friendly helpful staff and quiet spacious sites. We took our mini camper on its first outing here. The staff took us out to the site with our bundles of firewood and helped us back the camper into the perfect place. Our site was wooded and secluded with a fire pit and picnic table. Couldn’t see it here other campers from our site (#95). The cleanest port-a-potty and bath house I have ever used! My only criticism is that there are 2 bath houses for a very large campground so it is a trek from the sites at the far edge. Cute sheep and goats as you come in, playground for children, open fields for kids to run. We’ll be back!