About Us

The New Jersey State Park Police patrol and protect the State’s 56 Parks, Forests and Recreation Areas which encompass an excess of 422,000 acres and are visited by more than 17 million people each year.

We are a diverse group of men and women dedicated to safeguarding New Jersey’s resources 24 hours a day through the prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and enforcement of criminal and motor vehicle laws of the state, and enforcement of park regulations.

We respond to public safety emergencies as well as environmental emergencies. Through various methods of patrol, including but not limited to foot, bike, boat and motor, we provide courteous, professional, knowledgeable assistance and services to the public at all times.