New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve
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New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- New Lisbon, NJ
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About New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve
This is truly a special place. It's classified as a United States Biosphere Reserve and in 1978 was established by Congress as the country’s first National Reserve. It includes portions of seven southern New Jersey counties, and encompasses over one-million acres of farms, forests and wetlands. It contains 56 communities, from hamlets to suburbs, with over 700,000 permanent residents.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 10, 2026). Official New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve page on nps.gov
Weather Information
- Spring
50°F – 70°F
- Summer
70°F – 90°F
- Fall
50°F – 70°F
- Winter
0°F – 35°F
Operating Hours
Pinelands Hours
The Pinelands National Reserve stretches across portions of seven counties in southern New Jersey, covering about 22% of the state. The area is comprised of both public and private lands. Public lands include parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and military bases. Private lands include 56 communities that range in size from small from villages to large towns. More than 700,000 permanent residents live the Pinelands National Reserve. The public lands are open 24 hours.
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Common questions
Planning New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
