Stokes State Forest

State: New Jersey

Address 1: 1 Coursen Road

City: Branchville

Zip: 07826

Phone: (973) 948-3820

Open: Open all year

Open all Year: Yes

Number of Sites: 60

Camp URL: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/stokes.html

Full Hook: Yes

The breathtaking and panoramic view from Sunrise Mountain along the Appalachian Trail rewards the hiker who has trekked up the steep side of the mountain. The view encompasses the pastoral farmland of New Jersey to the east and undeveloped forests and mountain ridges to the west. For those who don’t relish the idea of climbing up the side of a mountain and following a sometimes rocky and steep trail for a few hours, there is a short drive to the pavilion at the top of the mountain.

Stokes is famous for its impressive beauty, whether it is at the top of a mountain ridge or in the cool and fragrant Tillman Ravine with its rushing stream and steep cliffs. Hikers, campers, fishermen and photographers are attracted to its wild setting.

Campsites: 51 tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Some camping areas available all year.

Group campsites: Nine group sites with fire rings and picnic tables; capacity varies. Open from April 1 through October 31.

Directions:
Take Route 206, four miles north of Branchville.

Facilities & Activities:
Sunrise Mountain scenic overlook
Tillman Ravine Natural Area
Camping
Fishing (lakes,
ponds, and the Flatbrook)
Hunting
Picnicking
Boating/canoeing:
cartop launch
Swimming: (Stony Lake), bathhouse
Winter sports:
ice skating, cross- country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing