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Best Campgrounds near Morristown, NJ

913 Reviews

Camping opportunities near Morristown, New Jersey range from fully developed campgrounds to rustic sites within forested settings. Notable options include Mahlon Dickerson Reservation, located in the Skylands region, and Panther Lake Camping Resort in nearby Andover. These areas provide diverse accommodation types with many campgrounds supporting tent camping, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Several state parks within driving distance, including Jenny Jump State Forest and Stephens State Park, offer additional camping experiences approximately 25-30 miles from Morristown.

Many campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with most open from April through October. Water hookups are typically shut off during colder months, though some facilities maintain year-round electricity. "The campground is small but also secluded. We always hike to the lake here, it's a very easy hike and also very peaceful," noted one visitor about Mahlon Dickerson. Reservation requirements vary by location, with state parks and county facilities generally requiring advance booking, especially during summer weekends and holidays. Travelers should prepare for occasional wildlife encounters, including bears, particularly at wooded sites like Mahlon Dickerson where bear warnings are common.

Campers frequently highlight the natural setting and relative quiet of campgrounds in the region despite their proximity to urban areas. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation receives consistently positive reviews for its spacious, wooded sites and hiking opportunities. A camper described it as having "large, wooded campsites with electric and water. It's beautiful and quiet, and close to beautiful hiking trails, lakes, and other outdoor recreation opportunities." Some campgrounds like Fla-Net Park receive mixed reviews, with visitors noting its convenience but mentioning highway noise and tight spacing. The camping experience varies significantly across the region, with state park campgrounds generally offering more natural settings while private campgrounds typically provide more amenities and hookup options.

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Best Camping Sites Near Morristown, New Jersey (142)

    1. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

    18 Reviews
    Jefferson, NJ
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 697-3140

    "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."

    2. Panther Lake Camping Resort

    17 Reviews
    Andover, NJ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 347-4440

    "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."

    3. Round Valley State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Lebanon, NJ
    23 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."

    "Once you get to the campground trail it’s pretty easy going on asphalt surface."

    4. Great Divide Campground

    16 Reviews
    Andover, NJ
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (973) 383-4026

    " 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 $$"

    5. Liberty Harbor RV Park

    15 Reviews
    Jersey City, NJ
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (201) 516-7500

    $145 - $180 / night

    "This is all about location. The closest RV park to NYC. It's basically a parking lot with a dump station. Not much else. Pick one of the larger end row sites to get a little extra elbow room."

    "Basicly a parking lot, but the location can't be beat. 2 ferries that run to Manhattan. Path train is a 12 minute walk away that will take you yyo manhatten."

    6. Jenny Jump State Forest

    14 Reviews
    Johnsonburg, NJ
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 459-4366

    "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."

    7. Stephens State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Hackettstown, NJ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 852-3790

    "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."

    8. Spruce Run Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Bethlehem, NJ
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (908) 638-8572

    "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."

    9. Fla-net Park Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Netcong, NJ
    14 miles
    +1 (973) 347-4467

    "We had our 3 Labs with us and they had plenty of walking space. We were within walking distance of Chili's. Close to shopping if you needed something. Reasonably quiet."

    10. Cheesequake State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Matawan, NJ
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (732) 566-2161

    $200 / night

    "I stayed at Cheesequake at the beginning of August and had a very positive experience."

    "This park is on the list of 50 top NJ Hikes, and it has a few great trails. The trails range from easy to moderate with quite a few lookout locations."

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  • Missy R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Dingmans Campground — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

    Beautiful, wooded, campsites

    I’m stopping through for the night and so grateful that I did. This campground is lovely. The spots are wooded so you have a bit of privacy. And you are so close to activities throughout the park. I’m changing my schedule to enjoy the campground and park a bit tomorrow.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Turkey Swamp Park

    Private wooded sites

    Nice, remote, private. Some sites unlevel. Bring a LONG water hose. Nice lake. Showers and washers and dryers.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Liberty Harbor RV Park

    Functional with excellent access to the City

    Very plain & functional, no frills but right on the harbor & on the very edge of Jersey City, close to a ferry & the train that takes u across to New York City. Shopping & restraunts are right next door. We brought scooters & had a great stay! Plus you can see the Statue of Liberty from there!

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    West Point FMWR Round Pond Outdoor Recreation Area

    West Point

    No frills but beautiful. Bath houses are absolutely spotless. Fire pits, electric and water hook ups only. Will return! Staff is friendly and helpful. Military families should check it out!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Washington Crossing State Park - TEMP CLOSED FOR 2024

    History and Camping with Revolutionary Limits

    Washington Crossing Historic Park, straddling Pennsylvania and New Jersey along the Delaware River, is one of those rare places where you can literally camp in history. The Pennsylvania side is all about historic buildings, museums and picnic spots, while the New Jersey side (Washington Crossing State Park) offers organized group tent camping. This isn’t the place for a cushy RV getaway or individual tenters looking to sneak in for the night, but rather a structured, group-style camping steeped in Revolutionary War atmosphere. First impressions? More Boy Scout jamboree than weekend getaway, but if you’re here for camaraderie and heritage, you’ve hit the mark.

    Facilities are deliberately minimal. On the Pennsylvania side, camping is limited to a handful of Scout-designated sites with portable toilets, no running water and zero frills. Across the river in New Jersey, the official group camping area provides open tent-only sites with no hookups, no pets and strict quiet hours. Think old-school camping: fire rings, pit toilets and a heavy dose of ‘leave no trace’ ethos. Reservations are required, permits are non-negotiable and the max stay tops out at 14 nights. What you do get is a wide, peaceful forest setting with plenty of space for tents, youth groups or scout troops along with the kind of simplicity that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

    Beyond the tent pads, the surrounding parks are rich with history and outdoor options. On the Pennsylvania side, you’ll find the visitor center, historic McConkey’s Ferry Inn, Bowman’s Hill Tower, and interpretive programs that bring the Revolutionary War era to life. Picnic areas and a boat launch offer ways to enjoy the Delaware River. In New Jersey, miles of wooded trails lead you through rolling hills and historic landscapes, perfect for hiking and birdwatching. It’s a spot where history buffs, scouts and nature seekers can all find common ground.

    Insider Tips? Here’s a handful: (1) The best group sites are the ones tucked furthest from the trailhead as (surprise, surprise) they’re quieter and offer more privacy; (2) Stock up before arriving, as there are no supply stores inside the park, so head on over to nearby Weis Markets in Langhorne or ShopRite in Fairless Hills, both of which are on the PA-side; (3) Be sure to bring all your own water as none is available onsite; (4) Kayakers should launch from the Pennsylvania side’s boat access for an iconic paddle on the Delaware River; (5) Visit the park’s historic reenactments, especially the Christmas Day Crossing event as it’s easily the most memorable history lesson you’ll ever get outdoors; and (6) When you’re done camping, fuel up at It’s Nutts Restaurant on the Jersey side in Titusville for classic diner-style comfort food or Francisco’s on the River for Italian fare with Delaware River views.

    Happy Camping!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Liberty Harbor RV Park

    friendly staff at the office

    Gave us a welcome folder with lots of helpful info, can walk to get food up the street, short drive to Liberty Park where we got out and walked at night to admire the city skyline and Statue of Liberty at night. They have hook ups and big laundry room.

  • R
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Tohickon Family Campground

    Wonderful campground!

    Great camping, great hiking, pretty close to stores if you need anything. Staff is incredible!! Very polite, helpful, and just all around awesome People!!! They make sure your stay is exactly what you’d want it to be.. getting here was a little tricky having to go around the covered bridge but not anything that would ever deter me and my family from coming back. Overall very impressed!! They even were able To get us in very last minute WITH full hook ups for my trailer!!!!

  • Jessica V.
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Tohickon Family Campground

    Great weekend spot

    We went with friends for a weekend. Both families have little kids and it was a great spot with a playground, construction digging area, and a bunch of activities for the kids to do. We went in September so the pool was closed but it looked like a nice size. Full hook ups which was great! Also they have a nice stream that everyone went fishing at. They are building some new sites at the end of the property.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Round Valley State Park Campground

    Get Your Hard-Core Hiking In To Enjoy This CG

    Located just south of I78 and near the small hamlets of Clinton and Lebanon, what I love most about Round Valley SP is the fact that it has its very own eponymous fresh water reservoir, which spanning some 2,350 acres and is 180 feed deep in the middle, this body of water provides a solid amount of upside for anyone wanting to kayak, canoe or swim. One of the greatest assets at this particular SP CG are the wonderful rangers who keep this place in such tip-top condition year-round. From the North Picnic Area, Bray’s Hill Preserve and Round Valley Beachhead to the East Picnic Area, Round Valley Farm on the eastern side of the reservoir as well as Round Valley Rec Area, there’s a lot to explore at this SP.

    One interesting fact about this place– believe it or not– it is the only NJ SP that actually offers up true wilderness camping(a.k.a. primitive), which can only be accessed by hiking 3 to 6 miles– or if you come with your own boat, you can access by water– and can be found on the SE corner of the reservoir. There is a second area nearby called Spruce Run Recreation Area that can be accessed by driving to this location, which is on the other side of I78 NW of Round Valley SP. That said, if you’re looking to camp here at Round Valley, I highly recommend you boat in as the hiking path is incredibly difficult to manage without hauling all of your camping gear, so coming in with a ton of gear is even more difficult/ prohibitive.

    When you finally do arrive to this primitive CG immersed in NJ’s thick wild foliage, you’ll experience waterfront bliss with a crystalline bevy of trout-infused reservoir water, and you won’t get much in the way of amenities, apart from a few random water pumps and some rocks piled in a circle that, um, I guess makes up a fire ring. While there are backwoods-style bathroom pits, these are very ill-managed and you’ll come across the‘stank’ well before actually even arriving here, so we just didn’t use them. There’s picnic tables, but the one we had was in pretty rough condition. The thing I found odd about the place is that after hiking so far in to get to this location, you’re not allowed to swim in the reservoir, which kind of defeats the entire point IMHO. That said, the views are amazing and because there’s nothing else in these parts, you will experience true peace in nature.

    Insider’s tips? Here’s a few:(1) Whether hiking or kayaking to this CG, you will want to bring as little with you as possible– packing too much to come here just isn’t worth the work;(2) We found parking in the Southern Lot to be perfectly fine and while we were initially worried about leaving our vehicle parked there for a few nights, we were reassured by the park rangers who patrol the lot constantly;(3) While the water in the reservoir may look crystal clear, it is not crystal clean and I would STRONGLY encourage anyone who thinks that it is OK to drink from the reservoir to at least use a Life Straw to ensure they don’t get sick;(4) I have hiked throughout the entire US and consider myself somewhere between a moderate to skilled hiker and I found these trails challenging and uneven, so while the hike we made was only 3 miles, it was not easy and I would be worried about someone breaking an ankle getting to this CG– so at a minimum, ensure you are wearing proper hiking boots. Seriously, for what this SP puts you through to access this CG one really needs to question why they’re being charged anything at all in the first place.

    Happy Camping!

Guide to Morristown

Camping near Morristown, New Jersey, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails around the campgrounds. For instance, at Beaver Pond Campground — Harriman State Park, you can enjoy hiking with scenic views. One visitor mentioned, "Going for a hike here in the morning before heading out" made their stay memorable.
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Pickerel Point Campground — Promised Land State Park, have lakes where you can fish. A camper shared, "The lake has fishing & boat rentals," making it a great spot for anglers.
  • Exploring Nature: Campgrounds like Tobyhanna State Park Campground offer beautiful landscapes. One reviewer noted, "The 5-mile hike around the lake was very pretty with the trees just starting to come into full summer bloom."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Camp Taylor Campground, one visitor said, "Bathrooms were very clean and shower area as well."
  • Privacy: Many sites offer a sense of seclusion. A camper at High Point State Park Campground mentioned, "Lots of space between sites and the lake and surrounding hills made a nice view."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One family at Turkey Swamp Park said, "The ranger was really nice."

What you should know:

  • Noise Regulations: Some campgrounds have strict noise policies. A group at High Point State Park Campground faced eviction due to noise complaints, stating, "We received complaints about the volume of our music and karaoke."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have showers or electric hookups. For example, Worthington State Forest Campground lacks showers, which some campers found inconvenient.
  • Wildlife: Be cautious of wildlife, especially bears. A camper at Clarence Fahnestock State Park noted, "Because of bears and other animals we couldn't keep any food at our site."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. At Camp Taylor Campground, one family enjoyed the "small arcade and playground."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals since some campgrounds lack cooking facilities. A visitor at Pickerel Point Campground mentioned, "We filtered water right from the reservoir instead of walking back to the spigot."
  • Pack for Comfort: Ensure you have enough bedding and supplies. A camper at Turkey Swamp Park appreciated the "clean and well-stocked restrooms."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Stokes State Forest mentioned, "The campsites themselves are a little too close together in some spots."
  • Be Prepared for Terrain: Some campgrounds have rugged access roads. A camper at High Point State Park Campground noted, "The sites were pretty overgrown and rugged."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials since some campgrounds lack stores. A visitor at Tobyhanna State Park Campground mentioned, "There is a place to rent boats or kayaks from."

Camping near Morristown, NJ, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What family-friendly camping options are available near Morristown?

Butterfly Camping Resort is an excellent family-friendly option near Morristown, featuring a large playground, numerous planned activities for children, and a fishing lake where kids can try their luck. The spacious sites offer privacy with trees and shrubs between them. Another great choice for families is Turkey Swamp Park, a scenic county park with a 17-acre lake, hiking trails, and a well-maintained campground. Both locations provide clean facilities and a safe environment where children can enjoy outdoor adventures while parents relax.

Where are the best campgrounds near Morristown, NJ?

Within a short drive from Morristown, you'll find several excellent camping options. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation offers paved, level sites with water and electric hookups, set in wooded surroundings perfect for hiking adventures. Another great option is Stephens State Park Campground, which provides a peaceful riverside setting with access to the Musconetcong River for fishing. Both campgrounds are conveniently located within 30-45 minutes of Morristown, making them ideal for weekend getaways while still being close enough to explore the historic sites and attractions in the Morristown area.

Are there tent-only campgrounds near Morristown?

Yes, there are tent-focused camping options near Morristown. Stokes State Forest offers a primitive camping experience at the Steam Mill Camping Area, with 27 sites specifically designed for tents or small trailers. These sites are tucked away in a quieter section of the forest, providing a more authentic outdoor experience. For a unique tent camping adventure, consider Sandyston Boat In Campsites in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, which features six open sites maintained by the National Park Service. These riverside locations are ideal for tent campers seeking a more rustic experience surrounded by nature.

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