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Water/power at the campsite, and and centrally located dump station. Lots of trees and nice separation of sites
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Turkey Swamp Park offers rustic cabin rentals within a wooded setting approximately 25 miles southwest of Carteret. The cabins provide electric hookups, accommodations for families, and proximity to recreational amenities including hiking trails and a lake for fishing and boating. The bathroom facilities near the cabins are regularly maintained, with one visitor noting that they had "never seen a campground with bathrooms that were so clean" with a schedule for cleaning "like 4 times a day."
Reservations are essential for the limited cabin accommodations, particularly during peak season from April through November. Turkey Swamp Park requires advance booking, with rates around $42 per night for sites with water and electric hookups. Pet policies vary by location, with Turkey Swamp Park allowing pets at their facilities. According to a camper, the park offers "spacious sites with electric and water hookups" and permanent trash and recycling bins with bags provided at each site.
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and cooking supplies. Basic provisions are available at camp offices, with firewood typically sold on site for approximately $10. Water is accessible at all Turkey Swamp Park cabins, though visitors should note that spigots may be shared between sites. The park provides amenities such as fire rings with cooking racks, picnic tables, and access to shower facilities, though one reviewer mentioned campsite conditions can become "extremely wet and hold water" during rainy periods.
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"You have a clear view of the Narrow bridge and at night the city lights light up your surroundings light a nigh light. The camp here has 7 campsites here and it fill up really fast."
"this place is awesome when it comes to finding an affordable place to stay while in NY, this camp ground isnt your usual forest camp sites, however there are some beautiful views, and it is located in"
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2. Turkey Swamp Park
"Spacious sites but lacks privacy. All sites have electric and water. Cabin rentals available. Hiking and biking galore. Beautiful lake for canoeing and fishing. Archery range available."
"Sites have electrical hookups, shared water connections, large picnic table, and fire ring with adjustable grate."
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4. Allaire State Park - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
"I've stayed in the cabins here a couple times. Love the area lots to do hiking fishing nature walks, something for everyone."
"I habe stayed in all the spots they offer, yurt, cabin and the pull up sites. It is well maintained with numerous trails to hike."
5. Mahlon Dickerson Reservation
"There are level padded sites with electric and water (in warmer months). Sites were spaced out with beautiful woods in the background. Hiking trail goes right through the campground."
"Fire pit with grill and picnic table."
6. Pine Cone Resort
"Camp sites are close together with no privacy but decent sized. You get a table, fire ring with out a grill, water, electric, and enough room for a large cabin tent or a few small tents."
7. Timberland Lake Campground
"Plenty of activities for kids with park area and pool. They do also offer golf cart rental for those wanting explore the park. The park consists of permanent trailers, many tents for places to camp."
"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!"
8. Butterfly Camping Resort
"4½ Stars Quick Weekend Getaway We stayed at Butterfly Camping Resort in Jackson, New Jersey, for a 2-night weekend in late-August. We’re so glad we did! "
"Large playground and lots of activities for the kids. Site was large, and had trees and shrubs separating the sites (we had stayed on 105A). Friendly staff and clean bathrooms."
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9. Panther Lake Camping Resort
"Fire rings and picnic tables provided at each site and cabin. Lots of family activities on the weekend. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub, Hiking trails and paved roads to ride bike."
"Fun camping place to books groups. Very kid and pet friendly, lake to fish and kayak on, lots of activities, great pool and awesome hot tub."
10. Spruce Run Recreation Area
"We stayed in the "Shelter" which was a nice little cabin with a wood stove, table w/benches and two bunkbeds (one of which was nestled behind a partition)."
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Drive Time
- 28 min from New York, NY
- 39 min from Trenton, NJ
- 58 min from Philadelphia, PA
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Cabin Reviews near Carteret, NJ
286 Reviews of 30 Carteret Campgrounds
Kelvin R.ScoutTohickon Valley County Park
First time camping
As 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.
Tabatta C.ScoutVoorhees State Park Campground
Clean and well maintained!
I spent 4 days and 3 nights with my 6th grade Girl Scouts. We were at sites 23 and 24 which worked out great because they back up against each other. The bathrooms were super clean and well maintained. There are outlets at the bathroom building by the sink to charge any electronics. The playground is adequate and the field is big for playing. 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.
- CCarlos E.Scout
Turkey Swamp Park
Really nice campground
Stayed three nights in a tent and enjoyed it very much. Sites have electrical hookups, shared water connections, large picnic table, and fire ring with adjustable grate. Electrical and water are at the outer edge of each site so you might want an extension cord and/or hose. Bathrooms are clean; showers have separate stalls but they’re clustered together (not the most private). There are hiking and biking trails, a lake, and archery park. Staff are friendly. Office is open through 9pm, and firewood, ice, and bait for fishing are available. Site C3 is in an okay spot; it’s close to the bathroom and laundry room, but also right next to the playground. We were able to visit the beach; easy 25 minute drive to Asbury Park.
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Aimee K.
TravelerTurkey Swamp Park
Great Park
Beautiful park and very peaceful. Rangers are super friendly. This is exactly what camping should be.
- MMakylie P.Scout
Ringing Rocks Family Campground
incredible find
i stumbled on this searching for something almost immediately off the interstate, but with little-to-no booking available for a reasonable price elsewhere local. we detoured about 25 minutes to get here, and it is just incredible. the scenery is gorgeous, they have a camp store with oodles of stuff, there’s a huge playground, and the camping areas are dispersed well and offer beautiful scenic privacy. i wish i could make this place my home. amenities are well taken care of, they have showers in the bathroom, as well as an on-site laundry facility. they have complimentary wifi, which i appreciate with AT&T. signal is slim to none without it. overall, 5/5 stars from my family.
S G.ScoutMahlon Dickerson Reservation
Primitive
The main issue with the sites was that they were primitive -- no water. The campsites were basically just wooden platforms, with a picnic table and fire pit. There were also a lot of bugs, though this may be due to the rain. The location itself was fairly pretty and there were a number of hiking trails of not-overly-serious difficulty. The particular site we picked left is a little farther from our car than we would have liked, but for other sites you can bring your car closer.
Frank J.TravelerSwartswood State Park Campground
The campground is open
The campground was closed in 2024 for renovations. It is now open. I did a tour of the campgrounds but did not stay there. FYI, generators are NOT allowed at all at this campground. I did not see electric or water hookups. There are three loops. Each has it pros/cons. Sites 30-33 are near the bathroom facilities, sites 34-50 are more secluded, sites 52-65 are closer to the lake.
- EElaine S.Scout
Timberland Lake Campground
One Night Stop
We needed a pit stop….as a pit stop it serves its purpose…..would not stay here more than a night. Lots of seasonal run down campers. Tarps over campers. Bathrooms are neglected. Agree with previous reviewer that they have given into the seasonal camper.
Guide to Carteret
Several cabin campgrounds offer accommodations within 50 miles of Carteret. Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold Township provides cabins with electric hookups and picnic tables in a wooded setting. Sites include fire rings with cooking racks, and most cabins are situated among trees for partial privacy. The bathroom facilities receive regular maintenance throughout the day. As one camper noted, "First off, I want to start by saying I have never seen a campground with bathrooms that were so clean! They clean them like 4 times a day!"
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location. Pine Cone Resort and Butterfly Camping Resort both offer cabin rentals with varying amenities. Many cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Water and electric hookups are standard at most cabin sites, though hookup locations may require extended hoses. According to a visitor, "Water is more than 40 feet away from your parking so 25' hose is not enough." Pet policies vary by location, with Turkey Swamp Park and Pine Cone Resort allowing pets at their cabin sites.
Most cabins provide basic furnishings but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and cooking supplies. Trash collection is available at most sites, with Turkey Swamp featuring permanent trash and recycling bins at each site. Firewood can be purchased at campground offices, typically priced around $10 per bundle. Visitors staying at cabins near Turkey Swamp Park have access to hiking trails, a lake for fishing and boating, and an archery range. The seasonal availability ranges from year-round at some locations to limited operations from April through November at others.
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