State Parks Near Atlantic City, New Jersey
19 state park units lie within 50 miles of Atlantic City. The closest is Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site, about 2 mi east of town. 7 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site2 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 7of 19 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 66 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Atlantic City, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Atlantic City; driving distance is usually longer.
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site →Somers Point Mansion Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Somers Point Mansion Historic Site →Corson's Inlet State Park
Corson's Inlet State Park is a 148-acre park in Cape May County, about 4 miles southwest of Ocean City.
Hours, fees and rules for Corson's Inlet State Park →Bass River State Forest
Visitors come for horseback riding, hunting in season, boating, biking, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 4 camping areas (tent sites, group camping, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Bass River State Forest →Wharton State Forest
Popular activities here are horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, boating, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Overnight options include 9 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Wharton State Forest →Belleplain State Forest
Visitors come for horseback riding, hunting in season, boating, wildlife watching, and biking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Belleplain State Forest →Penn State Forest
Things to do include historic sites, hunting in season, boating, and picnicking. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Penn State Forest →Warren Grove Recreation Area
Visitors come for hunting in season.
Hours, fees and rules for Warren Grove Recreation Area →Atsion Recreation Area
Things to do include historic sites, boating, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Atsion Recreation Area →Carranza Memorial Historic Site
Carranza Memorial Historic Site is a 2-acre historic site in Burlington County, about 11 miles northeast of Hammonton.
Hours, fees and rules for Carranza Memorial Historic Site →Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Barnegat Lighthouse State Park →Brendan T. Byrne State Forest
The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Brendan T. Byrne State Forest →Parvin State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Parvin State Park →Double Trouble State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, boating, and biking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Double Trouble State Park →Island Beach State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season, boating, wildlife watching, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Island Beach State Park →Cape May Point State Park
Things to do include historic sites, fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cape May Point State Park →Tall Pines State Preserve
The park supports horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Tall Pines State Preserve →Indian King Tavern Historic Site
The park supports historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Indian King Tavern Historic Site →Rancocas State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, boating, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Rancocas State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Atlantic City
- Bass River State Forest 17 mi north · Campground listed
- Wharton State Forest 21 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Belleplain State Forest 23 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Atsion Recreation Area 29 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Brendan T. Byrne State Forest 36 mi north · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Atlantic City
- Bass River State Forest 17 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wharton State Forest 21 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Belleplain State Forest 23 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Atsion Recreation Area 29 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Brendan T. Byrne State Forest 36 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Atlantic City
- Bass River State Forest 17 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Wharton State Forest 21 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Belleplain State Forest 23 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Atsion Recreation Area 29 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Parvin State Park 38 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Atlantic City
- Bass River State Forest 17 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Wharton State Forest 21 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Belleplain State Forest 23 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Barnegat Lighthouse State Park 32 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Brendan T. Byrne State Forest 36 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Fishing near Atlantic City
- Barnegat Lighthouse State Park 32 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Brendan T. Byrne State Forest 36 mi north · Fishing listed
- Parvin State Park 38 mi west · Fishing listed
- Cape May Point State Park 41 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Rancocas State Park 48 mi northwest · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Atlantic City
What is the closest state park to Atlantic City?
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site is the closest, about 2 miles east of Atlantic City in a straight line. Next are Somers Point Mansion Historic Site and Corson's Inlet State Park.
How many state parks are near Atlantic City?
19 state park units are within 50 miles, and 7 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Atlantic City have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Bass River State Forest, Wharton State Forest and Belleplain State Forest. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Atlantic City?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Atlantic City?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Hammonton, NJ26 mi northwest
- Near Vineland, NJ30 mi west
- Near Glassboro, NJ42 mi northwest
- Near Bridgeton, NJ42 mi west
- Near Lindenwold, NJ42 mi northwest
- Near Point Pleasant, NJ52 mi northeast
- Near Burlington, NJ53 mi northwest
- Near Philadelphia, PA57 mi northwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.