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From Route 80 West - Exit 25 - stay to the left to exit onto Route 206 North. At the 2nd traffic light, make a left onto Waterloo Road (Route 604) and travel 7 miles. Entrance is on your left. From Route 80 East - Exit 19. End of exit ramp, make a left onto Route 517. At the 2nd traffic light, make a left onto Bilby Road. End of Bilby Road make a left onto Willow Grove Street (Route 604). Entrance is on the right less than 1/2 mile.
Camped at the campground on a weekend in May 2021 and had a wonderful time. We hiked part of the Highland Trail and enjoyed the varied terrain and sights along the trail. We saw people fishing, groups picnicking and a few people hiking. It was very serene and the people were all respectful. There are picnic spots with tables and grills available, just make sure to bring your grill cleaning materials and table and bench covers.
Often, I scout Google maps in the Tri State area for photoshoot locations and have had this Park bookmarked, for about 4 years.
8 years ago, for this type of scenery I would go to the Mt Tammany Red Dot Trail. However, it's become popular and incredibly crowded.
Stephen's State Park is the perfect mix. Beautiful scenery, Accessible Bathrooms, Considerate Hikers and Nature Photographers, People Playing guitar, BBQing, Etc.
Everyone was happy to be there and very respectful of one another's space.
Parking is right next to everything you want to see when you first arrive. The trails and river are right next to the lots.
We will be back to explore more parts of Stephen's State Park!
One of my favorite spots. Dishwashing station at restrooms. Showers separate from toilets and private. Nice hiking trails near by
This is a nice park developed around the gently flowing river Musconetcong. The waters are calm and peaceful. No swimming or wading is allowed but fishing is allowed. The park is kid and pet friendly and wheel chair accessible. The red trail is stroller / wheel-chair friendly. The other trails are challenging. We saw many people exploring the area on mountain bikes.
There are a lot of nice picnic spots by the river. The added bonus are the two play areas for kids. One was very close to our campsite and the other was at the start of the red trail on the other side of the park. There were lots of birds and I guess this is a great spot for bird-watching.
Beautiful park , trails are not hard , close to the water
Accessible restrooms , picnic areas , children playground
