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    Patrice Z.

    Beautiful location with a multitude of trails for what you are looking for. Elevation and beautiful views are present along with tent camping, cabin camping and local events. BEWARE OF THE MOSQUITOES Seriously there are so many. Bring bug spray or your patience. Due to the constant rain in New Jersey, mosquitos are out in droves. There is no public bathrooms in the ranger station- finding the hiking trails from the Ranger Station is a little confusing but the rangers are very helpful and there are plenty of maps available.

    Jackie G.

    This is one of our favorite campgrounds. My husband has been coming here since he was a child with his friend and we now come at least once a year with a large group of friends. But we are more likely here 3 or 4 times a year. We've camped in tents and shelters and it's always a great experience. The park workers are always very nice to interact with. Bathrooms are clean and sites feel private. Shelters stay warm as long as you know how to feed the fire and how to not over feed the fire. We usually cook for the large groups but the nearby restaurants are great options if you don't feel confident that you can store your food to keep the bears away! We haven't ever come across any bears. Sharing some pics of our many trips over the years

    Ben S.

    Over 4,000 acres of very enjoyable forest with a moderate number of sites. Situated easily off of I-80, this has become a go-to campground for friends and me as we try to pick someplace enjoyable and relatively central for the northeast. Proximate to the picturesque Hope/Warren/Liberty area of central New Jersey, the rolling hills, lush meadows, and fauna are a pleasure to escape to. Hiking trails are mostly good for pleasant outdoor walks - there is some elevation change throughout, but no active climbing. Multiple lakes and streams allow seasonal fishing for largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, and trout. Very special here is an astronomical observatory with powerful telescopes, a small information center, and talks given by local astronomers that can be fascinating for both avid enthusiasts and those with a passing interest. Check ahead for schedule of speaking events and observations, or bring your own telescope for excellent viewing from the observatory's grounds. One drawback that my group has learned to live with is the dull hum of automobiles on I-80, some 2-3 miles distant; it's not loud, per se, but nor is it non-existent, as may be a requirement for some campers and hikers seeking silence, interrupted only by the sounds of birds or crickets chirping and animals rustling through the underbrush. Campsite rentals are available 4/1 through 10/31, run $20/night, and include a fire pit with grate, a picnic table, and an anti-tampering hook at each site. A variety of styles are available for tents and trailers, from directly off the main access drive to more removed. Basic restroom/shower facilities are available sporadically throughout the grounds. Group campsites and shelters are also available, though I've never tried them out - they seem commodious. The park office houses some fun local nature information and visuals, as well as local dried firewood for sale ($7 for a relatively generous pack). Booking requires seemingly a lot of information be given, but is generally hassle-free and flexible. No pets or alcohol. My favorite sites are 22 and 23 for their elevation, layout, and proximity to facilities and walking trails. Overall, Jenny Jump is an enjoyable camping spot with a lot to recommend it.

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    Christine M.

    Great trails and views at Jenny Jump State Park. Hiking, camping and a cute little privately owned Alpaca Ranch at the base. Our personal favorite is the Jenny Jump Trail which is 8 miles moderate experience level. Rocky at times with great views.

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    My friends and I had a great time this weekend camping in one of the cabins! We did have trouble finding information about what the cabins were like and could not find any photos so for those of you wondering I will post them. Also for fishing don't plan on catching much at all past May at ghost lake. We caught bluegill down at lake Just-it in the area of the water closest to the main road and the private residence. Just bring a can of corn for bait! We chose cabin #5 because it seemed the most secluded. The bathroom area was ~5 minute walk. The drinking water provided tastes like metal pipes so it's a good idea to bring lots of water. There is one shower per bathroom with neutral temperature water. Also make sure to have lanterns and flashlights as there is no power.

    Dewan A.

    Nice spot to hike. 1) The hike is very easy. 2) Come here for trail running. 3) There are views, lakes, and small cave(s).

    Nicole A.

    Me and my boyfriend has an amazing time tent camping here! Our campsite was very nice and cozy and the bathhouse was clean. We loved hiking the trails! I would recommend visiting this park.

    Felicia T.

    Campsite was nice and we had a great hike. Sadly we started cooking dinner at 5:30 and a huge black bear came to join us. We ran into our car and called the state forest police. They came about 45 min later and were not very sympathetic. We packed up our camp and high tailed it back to Brooklyn :-(

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    If you like hiking it's one of the better places to go in the area if you don't want to drive 45 minutes away

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    Looks nice. GPS sent us to someones house. By the time we actually found the real entrance it was too late to start a hike. I'll be back!

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    I created a small blog with pictures and video that may be of help: https://shividhi.blogspot.com/2018/06/first-time-camping-jenny-jump.html

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