South Jersey

This is Campsite 1 at Lower Forge Campground. There is a fire ring. That's it. 

Lower Forge Camping Area

Lower Forge Campground is anything but that―low on camping charisma

This is a map of the campground from the NJ Division of Parks and Forestry.

Quaker Bridge, less than two miles from the campground

The view from Quaker Bridge in the fall, one of the most beautiful spots in NJ.

Access to the Batsto River, the way in to Lower Forge if you don't want to hike the quarter mile.

We were the only campers in the whole campground that day. 

LFC is 1/4 mile from the small parking area (photo by other).

The map of the Batona Trail. Lower Forge is one of five Batona Trail campgrounds.

Pets

Electricity Hookup

Toilets

Campfires

Showers

Potable water

Sewage Hookup

Picnic table

Atsion Campground

After a day of swimming at Astion Lake why would you want to drive home? Stay the night in your tent or trailer at the conveniently located Astion Family Campground, right on the lake across from the recreation area

Goshen Pond Camping Area

Gushing with angling allure, Goshen pond is forked between Mullican River and Atsion Road, rippled with healthy populations of river-located game fish

Batona Camping Area

Perfumed by the park’s enveloping Pinelands National Reserve, this green-hued oasis is inundated with trials shaded by like-colored branching bodies

I think my campsite looks like a ad :). Dog NOT included!

Godfrey Bridge Camping Area

Godfrey bridge manages to connect the two variables of camping: practicality and accessibility

Buttonwood Hill Camping Area

Situated alongside the mile-long Bartona Hiking Trail, Button Woodhill Campground is lined with a scarce amount of primitive campsites, ringed with fire pits and cooled by drinking water stations

Just so you know you're in the right place.

It was a relief to be set up for my first night!

This is how you know you made it back to the Batona Trail.

Here is the campground map from Division of Parks & Forestry.

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

Bass River is an annual spot for my husband, pup and I. Both North + South shores are beautiful but you'll be on south with a pooch. 

Brendan T. Byrne Campground

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

Pitcher Plant in Brendan Byrne State Forest

On of the boardwalks in Brendan Byrne State Forest

Lots of room for a BIG tent in Brendan Byrne. Pets are allowed, too.

Map of Brendan T. Byrne Campground from Division of Parks & Forestry

Jaggers Point Campground

If you’re looking for a lakeside retreat, it doesn’t get much better than Jaggers Point and Island Point

North Shore Campground

Flanked by pine, oak and Atlantic White Cedar forest, North Shore Campground sites are laid out in an easily navigable loop

Enveloped by the surrounding twenty-one-thousand acres of Belleplain State Park, This campground is the perfect family getaway

Ridley Creek Park Campground

Experience Philadelphia with a big dose of fresh air

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Huck and Buck Farm Sanctuary

I’m a dedicated real estate agent and farmer, blending my passion for land, community, and sustainability at Huck and Buck Farm in Smyrna, DE. Our farm is more than a retreat—it’s an experience, offering A-frame cabin, tent and RV stays, with a hands-on Farm Hand Course. We offer fresh, sustainably raised pork, poultry and chicken eggs, along with growing beautiful seasonal flowers and produce. With a focus on outdoor farm adventures, education, and reconnecting with nature, I’m creating a space where families, businesses, and individuals can explore, learn, and grow.

Outdoor restrooms with 3 flushing toilets

Great Times Camp Ground

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

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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.


Countryside Horse Farm

Our horse farm is located in one of the most rural areas of Southern New Jersey. This land was once occupied by The Lanape Tribe. The adjacent creek was named after Chief Alloway. Artifacts of Native Americans have been found alongside this brackish water creek. This farm was for many years a dairy farm which was passed on for 3 generations until the late 80's.

Our main horse breeds are 5 Arabians followed by 2 Thoroughbreds and 2 miniature ponies. In addition to horses you will see free range rabbits, chickens and beautiful cows.

 There are many antique shops in this area which tell the rich History of Southern NJ. Cowen mall and Royal Port are my two favorites.
Another must see experience (at least once) in the area is The Cowtown Rodeo, one of the first and oldest in the country, only 14 minutes drive. 
Cool and brand new Brewery opening up soon right across the rd from Cowtown and right next to The best Cowboy outfitter. 
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Hope you enjoy visiting our forgotten part of NJ and make great memories!

Learn more about this land:

Relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Feast your eyes on the luscious green pastures with grazing horses and cows while enjoying the sound of wild life all around you. You might even be lucky and spot a Bald Eagle here on our property. If you get caught on a rainy weekend we offer Plenty of indoor activities inside our large indoor arena. You can sit on the lounge and read, play board games, pool, darts, archery, watch a movie on the big 20" screen etc... PS movie viewing subject to fees and booking 1-2 days in advance.

Thank you for your interest and considerations and hope to be hosting your next camping adventure. :)

We walked around the pond and took in our campsite from across the way.

Pine Creek



Escape to Old Cranberry Farm in the heart of West Jersey! Pitch your tent in our peaceful hay field or find a cozy spot in the woods.  Enjoy fishing from our dock and take in the  dark skies, perfect for stargazing.

All set up for the afternoon. Music: check. Beer: check. 

Testing out the waters of the pond on site.

We found the perfect set of trees to hang our Eno hammock!

Cast-iron cooked beef hot dogs on fire toasted baguette with grilled onions and loads of mustard.

Always have to have our hatchet! Comes in handy every time.

Getting our first fire of the day started. 

Burning those logs down to charcoals and getting ready to cook dinner.

That Dome Home RV Site

Want to be close to Long Beach Island (LBI) without the crowds? You've found the place! Our lot is 1.22 acres only several miles away from LBI, New Jersey. The owner-occupied residence is tucked away from the road with only one neighbor in sight. 

We live in a 1987 geodesic dome home on the property. Additionally, our self-converted 2002 International Blue Bird school bus is parked here. There is plenty of room for you to park in the circle driveway or to the left of the dome. 

Enjoy our large, fenced backyard with plenty of room for activities. We have yard games available (Yard Yahtzee, Spikeball, Molkky, lawn darts, and more) and you're welcome to bring them to the beach. Crab traps, fishing poles, and a cooler are available too. Feel free to start a campfire in the designated area or relax in the two hammocks.

We promise you'll never be bored here! LBI beaches, the Manahawkin Lake,  restaurants, bars, shopping, and more are all minutes away.

Proximity via car:

-5 minutes to LBI

-3 minutes to Manahawkin Lake

-3 minutes to The Old Causeway and Mud City (restaurants)

-4 minutes to ManaFirkin Brewing Co. 

-40 minutes to Atlantic City

-70 minutes to Philadelphia


A 40-foot skoolie and their tow vehicle at That Dome Home RV Site

Our geodesic dome and self-converted skoolie

Creekside at Crystal Lake

We have 12 acres packed with trails along side of a creek that backs up and leads to crystal lake park.

This is primitive camping but if you like hiking and exploring this is a good place for you!

You can park directly at the camp sites.

Howell Fireside Chills

Howell Fireside Chills offers guest to relax and unwind at the fire-pit. With plenty of space to walk around in the woods that has a trimmed path, you can feel one with nature and the wildlife that graze and live in the 40+ acre fields behind my 10 acre. On clear nights you got a beautiful sight of the skies above with the stunning stars that shine and if your lucky to see a shooting star in the August and December months. 

Horse Farm Camping

Learn more about this land:A beautiful horse farm centered between Philadelphia and New York City. 45 minutes from the beach, 45 minutes from the mountains. Local breweries, wineries and distilleries within minutes. World famous Columbus Farmers Market&nbsp;5 minutes down the road. Historic Burlington City and the Delaware River just&nbsp;5 minutes in the opposite direction.&nbsp;We are very social people if you are looking for a new way to meet fun people. Action sports is what we 're doing here a lot of the time&nbsp;(horseback riding, skateboarding, off road riding), so we can point you in the best direction to do the most fun things in the area.&nbsp;

This magical horse was a real sweetheart every morning as I walked to the bathroom!

Teca Farms

Teca Farms is a private 400-acre nature retreat nestled in the scenic NJ, Pinebarrons. Our land boasts over five miles of private hiking trails, abundant wild blueberries in season, and thriving natural wildlife, including diverse bird species. With several water bodies, including a breathtaking 20-acre lake, Teca Farms is the perfect destination for a peaceful getaway. Whether you're looking for a weekend of camping, exploring the outdoors, or simply unwinding in nature, we offer a variety of activities. Guests can enjoy our BBQ area, firepit, picnic benches, and other amenities designed to enhance their outdoor experience.

Spacious Skies Country Oaks Campground

Spacious Skies Country Oaks rests within the countryside of the Pine Barrens region of southern New Jersey, just an hour from Philadelphia and Wilmington, DE, and only 30 miles from the Atlantic City boardwalk. If you are looking for southern New Jersey’s best campsites you have found them!

Find peace at our campground in New Jersey which is due south of the Wharton State Forest and surrounded by other wildlife management areas that dot the protected ecoregion. We offer back-in and pull-through RV sites that can accommodate all sized RVs and trailers! 

Each RV site includes a picnic table, fire ring, 30 or 50-amp electrical service, and sewer. We have deluxe patio sites and some rustic cabins too! Friendly people are waiting by the phone to tell you about our amazing activities, and an atmosphere that all campers will take to heart.

Delightfully, Country Oaks campground happens to be surrounded by a number of designated wildlife management areas (WMAs)–Tuckahoe, Maple Lake, and Menantico Ponds to name a few! These areas are popular for hiking/walking, fishing, kayaking, and birding opportunities abound! 

Our nation’s bird, the bald eagle, is no stranger to this region, along with lots of other species for your bird-watching journal. The Warren E. Fox Nature Center is the headquarters for environmental education within the Atlantic County park system, with fun displays and trials for the whole family. Inland nature aside, Atlantic City and Ocean City beaches and boardwalks are 30-40 minutes away!

Old Pine Barrens Blueberry farm

My property is an old blueberry farm.  There is a cleared area that I use for dog training at the front of the property and some trails throughout the property; but mostly it’s a quiet place to sleep in a small/medium sized self-contained RV without slide-outs to the side (your RV or van must contain a toilet which must be emptied off-site. Further note: I DO NOT allow tents).  Also, if your RV has low clearance, there is a slope from the road to the driveway, thus  the bottom of your RV may scrape the ground (neither of my vans have a problem with this: I have a Ford E350 and a Ram Promaster). 

If on the site in July, you can pick a pint or two of blueberries (IF they are available) for your own use. The berries are chemical free.  My neighbor to the right also has a pick-your-own farm with tended blueberry fields (you are not allowed to pick my neighbor’s crop unless he is there so you can pay him)

My site is in the NJ Pine Barrens which is renowned for its unspoiled nature, abundant, and diverse wildlife.  It is also within the Pinelands National Reserve and within the area designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve.  

Nearby is the Batona Trail, the Franklin Parker preserve, canoeing on Chatsworth Lake or the Wading River, bicycling through the Pine Barrens and and the cranberry bogs on the bicycle lanes on Routes 532 and 563, the quaint village of Chatsworth also known as the Capital of the Pines, Hot Diggidy Dog a food stand within the village of Chatsworth, and Brendan Byrne State Forest which includes the historic cranberry farming village of Whitesbog where the cultivated blueberry was developed by Elizabeth White and Dr. Frederick Coville.  The Whitesbog Preservation Trust which manages the village has an extensive year round calendar of events and a month-long blueberry festival during weekends in July. 

Beware that the trails can be wet at times

Glamping In The Woods

Glamping In The Woods — Mays Landing, New Jersey

Step into a serene woodland retreat with Glamping In The Woods, a rustic-yet-cozy escape nestled on 2 acres of forested land in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Hosted by Lulu, this intimate getaway invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature.

🏕 Accommodation & Amenities

• Your home-away-from-home: a beautifully appointed bell tent designed for comfort and simplicity

• Sleep soundly on a full-size air mattress (linen available on request, or bring your own)

• Basic facilities include an outhouse toilet and a cold-water shower; plus, a solar-heated shower bag for those spontaneous, warm rinses

• You’re welcome to enjoy campfires, and you’ll have access to potable water, a picnic table, and pet-friendly grounds

• Sleeps up to 2 guests, with 1 bed and 1 toilet on site

🌲 Location & Nearby Attractions

• The exact address is shared after booking to maintain your privacy

• The property is about 20 minutes from beaches, hiking trails, lakes, and nature paths — perfect for exploring both land and water adventures

• Whether you’re seeking solitude in the forest or getting out for a day trip, this location balances tranquility with accessibility

💵 Rates & Booking
• Pricing starts from $49 per night
• Be the first to leave a review after your stay and help future guests learn about this hideaway

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