Voorhees State Park, like Parvin State Park, served as a camp for the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) - Franklin Roosevelt's program to get people back to work during the Depression. The CCC planted trees and constructed shelters, picnic sites and trails throughout the park. Two overlooks provide scenic views of Round Valley Recreation Area and Spruce Run Recreation Area.
Facilities & Activities:
- An observatory (more info..)
- Trails
- Camping (more info..)
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Scenic overlook
- Picnic tables, picnic shelters, group picnic facilities
- Playground
- Exercise course
- Winter sports: sledding, cross-country skiing
Trails:
- Hiking
- Nature trails
- Biking
- Mountain biking
- Exercise course
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Things to See & Do
observatory ran by the New Jersey Astronomical Association. It can be found near the
campground, and usually has some type of sky watching every Sat evening. But please, check with the NJAA site before just heading to the park expecting to see the stars :)
Trip Ideas
observatory during the evening. Better yet, why not explore Voorhees during the day, the observatory at evening, and stay in
Voorhees State Park Campground that night!
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Activities:
- Equestrian / Horseback
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Jogging / Running
- Playing in the playground
- Walking
- Skiing / Snowboarding
Amenities:
- Sports / Athletic Fields
- Bathrooms
- Nature / Environmental Center
- Picnic / Sitting Area
- Playground
- Observatory
Trails:
- Guided / Nature trail
- Rugged / Rocky
- Walking Paths
Parks & Gardens:
- State Park
- Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls
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Glen Gardner, New Jersey 08826-3214
Hunterdon County