Five NJ Campgrounds Beyond the State Parks
By: Julia Ventrone
If you are looking for a local getaway this summer and love the great outdoors, look no further than these five campgrounds that offer something for the pro-camper and nature-loving newbie alike.
The Great Divide—Newton, NJ
Cost Per Night:
Tent Site: $60-85
RV Sites: $85-143
Cabin Site: $126-385
Secluded in northwest New Jersey, nestled between the mountains and forest, lies The Great Divide. No matter your age or genre preference, music lovers of all kinds can enjoy this campground’s themed weekends with live performances from local bands and artists while staying in one of the cabins or trailers they rent or reserving a spot for your own tent or RV. Check their calendar of events to find a weekend that speaks to you—upcoming events include a Grateful Dead weekend, 90s tribute, and even Wild Wild West country. Off the stage, they have plenty of amenities around the site, including volleyball, fishing, boating, a swimming pool, and a basketball court.
2. Spacious Skies Country Oaks—Dorothy, NJ
Cost Per Night:
Tent Site: $47-61
RV Sites: $55-104
Cabin Site: $132-180
For the perfect spot this summer for you, your family, and your furry friends, take a weekend getaway to Spacious Skies Country Oaks. Stay in a cabin or bring your tent or RV and enjoy amenities that include a dog park, pickleball courts, a playground, and an arcade. Attend their upcoming events, such as the Pawsitively Pets relay race and talent show, the Carnival, or the Viva Las Vegas Casino Night.
3. Sun Retreats Seashore—Cape May, NJ
Cost Per Night:
Tent Site: $70-75
RV Sites: $90-194
Cabin Site: $433-822
Only a few miles from the beach and Morey’s Pier, the Sun Retreats Seashore campground has plenty to offer on and off the premises. In addition to the tent, RV, and cabin sites, there are several extra features like a man-made lake with a beach and waterslides, a swimming pool, an activities center for games and crafts, and a snack bar to keep your energy up.
4. Panther Lake Camping Resort—Andover, NJ
Cost Per Night:
RV Sites: $70-105
Cabin Site: $155-345
While Panther Lake Camping Resort only offers cabin rentals and RV sites, the features this campground offers are nothing short of spectacular. With a 45-acre lake suitable for fishing, kayaking, swimming, and boating, it’s the undeniable star of the show. But for those not keen on a lake day, the site offers a swimming pool, tennis courts, a miniature golf course, an arcade, and much more.
5. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort: South Jersey—Williamstown, NJ
Cost Per Night:
Tent Site: $62-90
RV Sites: $68-235
Cabin Site: $189-545
If you are looking for a place to burn off some energy, or your kid’s energy for that matter, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: South Jersey is the place to stay. With cabin, RV, and tent sites, this award-winning resort has a lake obstacle course along with two swimming pools, a jumping pillow, laser tag, gaga, softball, and much more. Upcoming events include a meet-and-greet with the local fire department, bingo for king-size candy bars, and Christmas in July.
* Cost per night may vary depending on supply.