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1. Allaire State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Barnegat Lighthouse State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bass River State Forest

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4. Belleplain State Forest

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5. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest

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6. Cape May Point State Park

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7. Corson's Inlet State Park

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8. Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park

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9. Double Trouble State Park

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10. Fort Mott State Park

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11. Hacklebarney State Park

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12. High Point State Park

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13. Island Beach State Park

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14. Kittatinny Valley State Park

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15. Liberty State Park

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16. Long Pond Ironworks State Park

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17. New Jersey Pinelands

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18. Norvin Green State Forest

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19. Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

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20. Princeton Battlefield State Park

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21. Ringwood State Park

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22. Swartswood State Park

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23. Thomas Edison National Historical Park

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24. Voorhees State Park

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25. Washington Rock State Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Boasting 130 miles of rugged coastline and beautiful landscapes, New Jersey is home to many distinct places and experiences and is well worth taking the time to explore. From picturesque mountains in northern New Jersey to dense forests, spectacular waterfalls, and miles of hiking trails further inland, the Garden State provides nature lovers with an array of things to see and do.

New Jersey’s spectacular landscapes are protected and preserved by numerous state and national parks, which not only features breathtaking scenery but also provide a myriad of fun things to do.

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