Golf carts circulate the loop roads at Timberland Lake Campground throughout the day, a detail that sets the tone for what kind of place this is. Situated in Cream Ridge, New Jersey and open from March through December, the campground centers on a lake with a bridge crossing it, wooded sites, and a mix of tent campers, RV travelers, and a substantial population of seasonal residents whose setups range from tidy to cluttered. Nearby, Crystal Springs Lodges & RV Resort and Indian Rock RV Resort and Campground provide alternatives for campers weighing options in the area.
The campground's proximity to Six Flags Great Adventure is its most consistent selling point across reviews. The Safari park shares a border road that campers can drive, walk, or bike, and Jessica D. notes that "you can hear the lions in the morning." The pool, playground, basketball court, mini golf, and golf cart rentals give families with children plenty to do on-site. Waterfront sites with private docks are available along the lake, and site 38 receives a specific mention from one reviewer for its dock fishing access.
Maintenance is a recurring concern. Roads have reported potholes, pull-through sites have sandy surfaces that track into trailers, and bathrooms receive mixed marks. "Bathroom/showers were decently clean," Jesse C. writes, though several other reviewers flag them as needing attention. The density of long-term seasonal campers shapes the atmosphere considerably, with some sites showing visible wear and accumulated belongings. Noise from neighboring sites has been an issue on busy weekends.
Full hookups including electric, water, and sewer accommodate RVs up to 50 feet, and cable TV is available for sites with the right outdoor wiring. WiFi is listed as an amenity, though campers should verify coverage before relying on it. The campground's Halloween weekend programming draws repeat visitors, with themed activities, decorations, and a haunted walk-through that reviewers single out as a highlight of the fall season. Reservations are accepted and pets are allowed.
For families prioritizing theme park access and on-site activities over seclusion or manicured facilities, this campground covers the basics at a competitive price point for the region. Campers seeking camping near Cream Ridge with more emphasis on natural surroundings may want to compare options before booking. Booking a waterfront site well in advance and visiting during fall weekends gives the best chance of catching the campground at its most active.
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Map & DirectionsTimberland Lake Campground is located in New Jersey near Cream Ridge
Directions
ATTN: If using a GPS device to locate park, please use the following address: 1335 Reed Rd, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514 New Jersey turnpike to exit 7A. East on I-195 to exit 16A or Garden State Parkway to exit 98. West on I-195 to 16 (Route 537W). Go 2 miles past Six Flags. Turn left on to Hawkin Rd. Go 1/4 mile, turn left onto Reed Rd (road past small Timberland Lake Campground sign).
Address
1335 Reed Rd
Cream Ridge, NJ 08514
Coordinates
40.12263716 N
74.46053728 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/26/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/26/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 22 min from Trenton, NJ
- 44 min from Philadelphia, PA
- 1 hr 3 min from Atlantic City, NJ
- 1 hr 10 min from New York, NY

















