Beach Camping in Pine Barrens, New Jersey: Best Beach Campsites 2025

In the Pine Barrens, you’ll find over 600 beach camping options—each one a stone’s throw from pine forests and sandy stretches. Average spots run about $75 per night, but you can snag a site for $60 if you book early or travel off-peak. Campsites range from family-friendly clearings to secluded nooks by the water, with solid basics like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly policies. People come here to swim, hike, and, when the season’s right, try snow sports along the coast. Local favorites include Great Times Camp Ground (46 reviews), Open Field for Dry Camping (45 reviews), and Beach Getaway (14 reviews). The best sites fill up fast, especially in summer—so plan ahead if you want that perfect sunrise over the sand.

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Top-rated campgrounds

In the Pine Barrens, you’ll find over 600 beach camping options—each one a stone’s throw from pine forests and sandy stretches. Average spots run about $75 per night, but you can snag a site for $60 if you book early or travel off-peak. Campsites range from family-friendly clearings to secluded nooks by the water, with solid basics like toilets, showers, and pet-friendly policies. People come here to swim, hike, and, when the season’s right, try snow sports along the coast. Local favorites include Great Times Camp Ground (46 reviews), Open Field for Dry Camping (45 reviews), and Beach Getaway (14 reviews). The best sites fill up fast, especially in summer—so plan ahead if you want that perfect sunrise over the sand.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Open Field for Dry Camping

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1 site · Tent, RV · Ocean View, NJ

Learn more about this land: The field is perfect for tent camping, camper vans, campers, or even sleeping under the stars. This field is available for dry camping, meaning there is no water or sewage hookup and everything is pack in, pack out. A fire pit is also available for use. Short distance from back bays, ocean, trails, beaches and an incredible amount of tourist attractions the Cape May County area has to offer!

2. Great Times Camp Ground

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2 sites · Lodging · Waterford Works, NJ

Great Times Camp ground has been the home of "Great Times Day Camp" for 35+ years. In the heart of the pinelands, GTDC provides a beautiful ground for campers to enjoy the outdoors and experience new things like boating, hiking, and more. Update - We have added a parking location close to the main site area! It is now extremely easy to access the site location! AC Available! Great Times Camp Ground consists 52 acres of the amazing outdoors including a large natural lake, acres of woods to explore, and lots of fun activities such as volleyball, basketball, and even a beach to enjoy. Great Times operates as a children's day camp during the summer months, but now can be enjoyed all year round. Activities Available: - Basketball Courts - Tennis Courts - Fishing - Beach - Sport Fields for Activities If you would like the bunkhouse / cabin - you must add it as an extra, otherwise it will be assumed that you are tent camping. Pools are off limits to Hipcamp families.

3. Rooted Acres Farm & Nature Retreat

3 sites · Lodging · Woodbine, NJ

Fall asleep to the sounds of nature on a U-pick hobby farm 15 min from the Jersey shore. Our farm backs to Belleplain State Forest where you can bike/hike/swim. There are restaurants/wineries/breweries and multiple antique shops nearby.

4. Slip Away Ocean Gate Home

2 sites · Lodging · Ocean Gate, NJ

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. King size bed, bathroom, laundry, and living room. Keurig, mini fridge, and microwave available as well. Dining establishments within steps / walking distance. The space This unit offers its own private entrance and parking spot. On street parking is available as well, first come, first serve. You enter through a covered deck. There is also a small fenced in side yard. You are welcomed into a living room with TV. A private bedroom very close to the bathroom with a standup shower stall. Washer and dyer are available in the walk in closet. Guest access Guest will have access to the whole space. The main entrance door has a keypad for entry. There is a locked door separating the other unit.

Public campgrounds in and near Pine Barrens

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Brendan T. Byrne Campground

91 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

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

92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bass River State Forest

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North Shore Campground

93 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bass River State Forest

Bass River Group Area

6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bass River State Forest

Bass River Cabins

6 sites · in Bass River State Forest

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Jaggers Point Campground

76 sites · Tents, RVs · in Parvin State Park

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North Shore Campground

83 sites · Tents, RVs · in Belleplain State Forest

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South Shore Campground

107 sites · Tents, RVs · in Belleplain State Forest

79%

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Allaire Campground

55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Allaire State Park

67%

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Ridley Creek Park Campground

2 sites · in Ridley Creek State Park

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Evansburg Park Group Campground

2 sites · in Evansburg State Park

Stories from the community

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Carly

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

We had such a GREAT TIME at Great Times Camp! Bathrooms and parking are a short walk away from the cabins. The camp is private and quiet with plenty of room for our large group. Will was helpful and prompt with answering any questions. We will definitely be back!

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Dave

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

7th trip to Great Times in 6 years and every year is better than the last. Our host Will is always just a message away and is very accommodating.

Bill

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

Had a blast with a bunch of friends. Decent size piece of land with a lake/pond. We used 2 cabins. Plenty of picnic tables to use. Bathrooms are only a short walk from the cabins. Will was very accommodating. I'm sure we will be back.

Franchi

September 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Great Times Camp Ground

I recently spent a weekend at Great Times Camp Ground through Hipcamp, and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed, relaxed, and totally immersed in nature—yet with every comfort I needed. What stood out: • Peaceful & Scenic Setting The campsites are nestled in beautiful woods, with plenty of privacy. Waking up to birdsong and filtered sunlight through the trees immediately recharged me. • Well-Kept Grounds & Amenities The entire site is clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully laid out. Paths are easy to find, sites are level and spacious, and facilities (restrooms, water points, etc.) are all in good shape. It strikes a great balance: rustic enough to feel like real camping, but convenient enough to feel comfortable.

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Clara

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Very private and spacious campsite. Close to the beach

Adam

August 2025

18 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Great little spot close to Strathmere and OCNJ! Unfortunately I didnt see any goats or pigs !

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Chris

August 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Quiet...you're deep in the back of the property with plenty of space and natural blockage that you don't even know you're in someone's yard. Host was friendly, and left us be. We travel that area frequently, and usually stay at a state park... Yeah, this was much better!!! It's is a no-hook up site... We had our generator going pretty much the whole time, no issues.

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S.

July 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Very cozy spot, open space and private. Lots of fresh natural wood to burn, and a really nice opening in the trees to look at the stars. Very accommodating host, especially as we had some delays and got there after sunset. Highly recommend, would stay again!

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Montgomery

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

Great times was exactly what we needed! We had a group of 18 people and everyone had an amazing time. There was plenty of space for everyone to set up camp and tons of equipment for playing games (soccer, basketball, gaga, etc). The sprinkler area was perfect for cooling off after playing games in the hot sun. The surrounding area is great too for a more casual camping experience, as there are plenty of shops and restaurants within driving distance. All in all, I highly recommend Great Times Campground.

Shawn

July 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Perfect accommodation for my group of friends with rv’s. If you are looking for something close to Ocean city and other Shore towns, reasonably priced, accommodating for animals and private this is it. It was exactly what we needed.

Hot

July 2025

30 ft campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

We were very well received by tom and the location is great We would staying longer !!

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Jennifer

July 2025

17 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Open Field for Dry Camping

There was alot of space on the land . It was quiet for being on Rt 9

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Douglas

June 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

I liked the privacy offered and we got to visit four of the local beaches. Owner is responsive and we enjoyed our stay.

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Douglas

May 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Great location. We visited Cape May, Wildwood, Sea Isle, and Atlantic City. Tom’s property is ideal for beach lovers and the campsite offers much privacy. Tom responded quickly to all communication. We had a great weekend boon-docking with our RV.

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Bennett

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Open Field for Dry Camping

Great spot, easy process, would camp here again! Thanks Tom

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Dave

May 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Great Times Camp Ground

This is my 6th time going to Great Times. Booked this site when a different camp ground fell through for my spring camp out. I booked 3 weeks notice and Will was hospitable as always!

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Kathleen

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Great Times Camp Ground

Great times! Beautiful spot, love having the place to ourselves to let the kids and dog run around. Just a note that there is a walk from the parking area to where you'll set up your tent - it's flat, and they leave a big cart to help you move stuff.

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Angelika

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Spacious field, surrounded by beautiful trees, safe yet private and relaxing.

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Charlene

November 2024

24 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Open Field for Dry Camping

Friendly host, easy check in. A nice peaceful place to sleep if you are visiting Cape May/Wild wood area. Easy to follow directions to the site the goats and chickens were cute. We would stay here again if ever in the area. Thanks Tom