New Jersey
Spruce Run Recreation Area
70 sites·$25–$60/night
Sites are generally available — set an alert for your preferred dates
We scan this campground regularly and alert you when a site opens up.
Sites are generally available — set an alert for your preferred dates
We scan this campground regularly and alert you when a site opens up.
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Waterfront campsites, restrooms with showers, a trailer sanitary dump station, a boat launch, a car-top boat launch, boat rentals, and great fishing are just a few highlights that make this recreation area a popular destination.
Location: The Spruce Run campground is located on a peninsula on the Spruce Run Reservoir. Several sites are located along the water's edge and the majority of our campers enjoy a view of the reservoir. No pets are permitted in the campground.
Nearby: 5 miles to the town of Clinton, NJ and the historic Clinton Red Mill. Close proximity to many outdoor pursuits, such as hiking, cycling, fishing, hunting and boating. 1.5 hrs from New York City. Lots of wonderful local restaurants and shopping. Six picnic areas spaciously located in wooded and open areas overlooking the reservoir. Includes tables, charcoal grills and restroom facilities. For larger groups, we also offer a Group Picnic Area, by reservation only. The reservoir is a popular destination for motor boating (10hp limit), sailing (30 feet above the water line height limit), canoe/kayaking, and windsurfing. The park has its own boat launch and car-top launch areas. Many species of fish are contained within the waters of Spruce Run including largemouth bass, catfish, sunfish, yellow perch and carp. For fishing regulations please refer to the NJ Fish and Wildlife Digest www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw. The park offers scenic views and leisurely hiking, including access to the Highlands Trail. From the pathways throughout the park one can enjoy year-round birding.
PETS and ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES are NOT permitted in the campgrounds. Black Bears - Bears are present in New Jersey. During your stay at the park, all coolers and food related items must be stored in the trunk of your vehicle at all times. Garbage should be promptly removed from your campsite and put in the dumpsters provided. Minimum Age - Camping facilities and sites must be reserved by at least 1 person 18 years of age or older, who shall occupy and be responsible for the facility or site during the rental period. Occupancy - Each site can accommodate a maximum of 6 people (including visitors). Visitors are permitted at camping facilities between the hours of 8 a.m. and the park closure time (hours vary seasonally). Visitors must pay the daily entrance fee (seasonally). Vehicles - 2 vehicles are permitted on each campsite. All vehicles must be registered upon check in and they must park in designated gravel areas. The make, color, license plate and state of registration for each must be provided at check in. *Parking for additional vehicles is available in a nearby overflow lot for an additional charge of $5 per night per vehicle. Please contact the park office for specific details. Quiet Hours - From 10 p.m. until 6 a.m., quiet hours are strictly enforced. Violators of this policy may be evicted. Generators - Outside designated quiet hours, generators may be used. If the use of a generator is deemed unreasonably loud by the facility staff, then individual use of a generator may be prohibited/limited. Fires/ Firewood - Fires must be kept within the rings provided. Only dead and down wood may be used for fuel. No chainsaws are allowed in the park, and cutting down trees, alive or dead is prohibited. Firewood is sold at the park office and may be purchased in advance of your reservation. Swimming - The designated swimming beach is closed. Boating - Boats are restricted to having a 10 Horsepower or less on the reservoir. *Reservoir levels may fluctuate depending on rainfall and demand down stream for drinking water. Waterfront access in campgrounds is limited to campers registered in those specific sites. If you are a registered camper, and have a canoe or kayak, and you are not staying on a "waterfront site" you can use the campers car top launch located between sites 20 and 23 in the campgrounds. Shelters - If you are staying in a shelter, please make sure you have your 4 digit access code prior to arrival. It is on your confirmation email. You can confirm this upon check in at the park office. After Hours Arrival - If you intend to arrive after the park is closed for the day, the inbound gate will be closed. Please call the office for specific entry details ahead of time at 908-638-8572. If the office is closed, call Park Police at the non-emergency dispatch number 1-877-927-6337. If you arrive after office hours you must check-in the following morning by 9:00am.