Round Valley Recreation Area Campground
Open April 1 through October 31. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance via camping.nj.gov. Same-day reservations available in-person if space exists. No vehicle access to campsites; access by hiking 3-6 miles or by boat only.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 1:30PM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 100 and 110 degrees expected each day. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon Counties. In Pennsylvania, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Very warm low temperatures in the low to mid 70s at night will not offer any relief from the heat. This combined with multiple days of near record breaking temperatures will exacerbate the impacts from the heat and humidity. The hottest conditions are expected to occur today through Friday.
Air Quality Alert issued July 2 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Friday for North Central New Jersey. A code orange air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children...people suffering from asthma... heart disease or other lung diseases...and the elderly. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors. For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles...visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/
About
Round Valley Recreation Area is New Jersey's premier wilderness camping destination, featuring 60 primitive campsites along the southeastern shore of a deep, 2,350-acre reservoir. Unlike typical campgrounds, there is no vehicle access to the camping area. Campers must either hike 3-6 miles on the steep and rugged Cushetunk Trail or arrive by boat, making this a true backcountry experience recommended for experienced backpackers and boaters. The campground offers 52 family sites accommodating up to 6 people and 8 group sites for up to 25 people. Forty-two of the sites are waterfront and require boat access. Primitive pit toilets are available, and water spigots are located near sites 7 and 50, though campers in the middle section face up to a 3-mile round-trip walk for water. As wilderness sites, fire pits and picnic tables may not be included at every site. Pets are welcome at all sites for an additional fee. The reservoir is known for excellent fishing, including trophy lake trout, and offers swimming at the lifeguarded beach from mid-June through Labor Day. The park provides a rare opportunity for remote camping within an hour's drive of major metropolitan areas.
Directions
From I-78, take Exit 17 (Route 31 South) toward Clinton. Continue on Route 31 South for approximately 3 miles, then turn left onto Route 629 (Stanton Station Road). Continue to the park entrance at 1220 Stanton-Lebanon Road, Lebanon, NJ 08833.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $17 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| RoundValley@dep.nj.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (908) 236-6355 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| NJ DEP Round Valley Recreation Area |
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