Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Wawayanda State Park adventure.
Discover Wawayanda State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor fun.
To all the people who insist Jersey is just smokestacks and bad tans, we’d like to present…Wawayanda State Park. Set in the rolling hills along Lake Wawayanda, the Park is a true gem. Canoeists, boaters (rentals are available!), swimmers and fishermen relax in the crystal blue lake, while hikers explore the park’s sixty miles of trails, including a twenty-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail. We’d recommend hauling it up Wawayanda Mountain—the views will flip all Jersey stereotypes on their head. Visiting in winter? Wawayanda stands at 1,140 feet above sea level (hint: good snow!) and is a blast for cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
The ideal time to visit Wawayanda State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the foliage is in full display. Summer offers warm days perfect for water activities, though it can be crowded. Winter brings its own stark beauty, but be prepared for cold temperatures and limited access to some areas of the park.