| The Musconetcong
River, an excellent freshwater fishing spot, flows over and
around boulders through Stephens State Park. An easy walking,
but rocky path follows the river with places for picnicking
in shaded areas.
Less than one mile east along Waterloo
Road at Saxton Falls are the remains of one of the Morris
Canal’s twenty-three locks and a section of the old
canal’s towpath. The original canal was 90 miles in
length, stretching from Newark to Phillipsburg, and was used
to ship coal and iron across the state. However, the canal
could not compete with the development of the Morris and Essex
Railroad in the late 1800s, and the canal was eventually abandoned.
Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program you can help us keep your parks clean
and beautiful by carrying out the trash you carry in. Bags are provided
throughout the site. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.
Stephens State Park invites you to participate in our Interpretive Nature Programs. These programs are sponsored by the park free of charge and attendees meet at the end of the main parking lot at 1:00 pm. In case of inclement weather, you are urged to contact the park office to determine if a program has been cancelled or rescheduled.
There are six miles of marked trails at Stephens State Park for walking, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The trail surfaces range from flat to steep and rocky.
A 2-mile section of the Highlands Trail runs the length of Stephens State Park.
For forms and information on
booking a campsite visit our: reservations
page
Alcohol is prohibited. Pets are prohibited in overnight facilities.
Campsites: Forty tent and small trailer sites with
fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets are within walking
distance. Open April 1 through October 31. $20 per night.
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The Musconetcong River provides excellent
trout fishing. During the spring the Division
of Fish and Wildlife stock the Musconetcong River with
brown, rainbow and brook trout.
More then 470 acres are open to hunting at Stephens State Park. Fishing and hunting are subject to NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife regulations.
Electric motors and gas motors boats are allowed to be on the Musconetcong River. Each person must have on a wearable Coast Guard approved Personal Floatation Device (PFD). Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Picnic sites are available along the scenic
Musconetcong River and at the upper picnic area. Tables, charcoal
grills and sanitary facilities are provided. Playground equipment
and a small open play field are available at the upper picnic
area. All picnic facilities are on a first come first serve
basis, except for the group picnic shelter which can be reserved.
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
For larger groups, we also offer a Group Picnic Shelter. It
may be reserved for a fee:
$80.00
per day
|
April
1st to October 31st |
|
Group
Picnic Cancellation Fee
|
50
percent of Fee |
• Groups of 20 or more people shall
reserve picnic facilities at least five days in advance. Such
group use is not permitted on Holidays except as authorized
by the Superintendent. Reservations for picnic areas are handled
by the individual park area offices.
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| FAQ's
(Frequently Asked Questions) |
| Can I obtain a permit for alcohol? |
No alcohol is permitted in ANY New
Jersey State Park. Permits are not available. |
| Do I need a fishing
license? |
Yes. All visitors have to abide
by Division
of Fish and Wildlife regulations. |
| Do you have cabins? |
Stephens State Park only provides
family campsites. |
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