Brendan Byrne State Forest
Quiet, well kept. drive of the main road into the state park and enjoy the serenity of the Pinelands, a UNESCO identified ecosystem. I love the Pines. Camping on the sandy soil leaves my gear without the dark dirt of camping in other areas. The park does need to stay on top of clearing shower floor drains. Its common in all Pinelands state park campgrounds. We did enjoy the short hike around Pakim pond with occasional information signs about the ecosystem. We loved seeing signs of Beavers. Its peaceful except on weekends when lot a of locals use the main camp road to drive into the park to bike, walk or illegally use their 4 wheeler. The sound of cars and 4 wheeled off road small utility vehicles was short lived. They come in groups and use one trail. There are many trails. It feels safe. Also phone reception was good and campfires are always allowed because its also the Headquarters of the NJ Forest Fire Service.

