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North Shore Campground

Littered with just as much leaf litter as historical landmarks, Bass River State Forest was the first patch of forest acquired by the colonial state in the early-1900’s

Bass River Cabins

Perfumed by the crisp, cool air of Lake Absegami, Bass River State’s Shelters are all comely located within a wave-crashing echo of the area’s namesake attraction

Bass River Group Area

The Jersey Shore’s great and all, don’t get us wrong

My husband, pitbull pup and I stumbled upon Bass River State Forest last year and have already made it an annual must! The sites are both beautiful and quiet and you're only steps to hiking and the water. 

South Shore Campground

Inundated by the area’s sixty-seven-acre Lake Absegami, soundtracked by the lake’s reproductive waterfowl, Bass River State Forest is a biotic gem amongst the state’s outlining smoke stacks

Brendan T. Byrne Campground

This campground is perfumed by the aroma of falling pine needles, backdropped by miles of leaf littered trails

Allaire Campground

This campground runs the gamut of camping options, from tent sites up to glamping status yurts and cabins

Cheesequake Campground

Who would have thought that such a vibrant ecosystem could be found so close to the NYC metropolitan area? At Cheesequake State Park you’ll discover wide open fields, salt and freshwater marshes, a white cedar swamp, sprawling pine barrens, and a six-acre lake for your soaking and swimming pleasure

Bass River State Forest

Discover the natural allure of Bass River State Forest.

Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

Discover the natural splendor of Brendan T. Byrne State Forest.

Cheesequake State Park

Discover Cheesequake State Park's diverse landscapes and activities.

Allaire State Park

Discover history, nature, and an antique steam railway.

Find & reserve the best beach, lake, and river, stream, or creek campsites near Jersey Shore, New Jersey. Tent, cabin & RV camp on private & NJ State Parks, on local farms, vineyards & nature preserves.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bass River State Forest

2. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

3. Cheesequake State Park

4. Allaire State Park

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bass River State Forest

2. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

3. Cheesequake State Park

4. Allaire State Park

Public campgrounds in and near Jersey Shore

North Shore Campground

Bass River Cabins

Bass River Group Area

South Shore Campground

Brendan T. Byrne Campground

Allaire Campground

Cheesequake Campground

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