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2012 Swim Schedule

New Jersey's state parks, forests and recreation areas open their lakes and beaches for swimming,
offering a refreshing way to cool off this summer.

Swimming is only permitted when lifeguards are on duty from 10 am to 6 pm.

 

Atsion Recreation Area (Wharton State Forest) - Closed Mondays/Tuesdays August 20, 21, 27 and 28.

Bass River State Forest -Closed Wednesdays/Thursdays August 22, 23, 29 and 30.

Belleplain State Forest - Closed Monday and Tuesday August 27 and 28.

Cheesequake State Park -Closed Mondays/Tuesdays August 20, 21, 27 and 28.

High Point State Park -Open 7 Days a week

Hopatcong State Park -Open 7 Days a week

Island Beach State Park -Open 7 Days a week

Parvin State Park- The swimming area is closed for the season.

Shepherd Lake Recreation Area (Ringwood State Park) - Open 7 Days a week

Round Valley Recreation Area - Closed Monday/Tuesday August 27 & 28.

Spruce Run Recreation Area - Closed Wednesday/Thursday August 29 & 30.

Stokes State Forest -Open 7 Days a week

Swartswood State Park -Open 7 Days a week

Wawayanda State Park -Open 7 Days a week

 

Questions regarding our parks and forests can be directed to
Michele Buckley of the State Park Service.

 

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