State Parks: New Jersey

For additional information on state parks call: NJ Division of Parks and Forestry
609-984-0370 or 800-843-6420
Delaware and Raritan Canal Park
Somerset   732 873-3050
Stockton   609 397-2000
66-mile canal offers a towpath and park from Princeton to Rocky Hill. Jogging, walking, biking, picnicking and canoe rentals.
Princeton Battlefield Park
Princeton  609 921-0074
Historic site featuring Thomas Clarke House where General Hugh Mercer died and the famous Mercer Oak where, rumor has it, Mercer lay wounded during the Battle of Princeton. Scenic hiking trails.
Washington Crossing Park
Titusville   609 737-0623
Visitor's Welcome Center   609 737-9304
807 acre park was the site of General Washing-ton's famous Crossing of the Delaware on December 25, 1776. Historical buildings, museums, picnic area, wildflower trails, open-air theater in use during summer months.