The Great Outdoors

There is so much to do outdoors in and around New Jersey. Besides the history, culture, shopping and nightlife, there's hiking trails, parks, horseback riding, rafting, cycling, golf and more.

Ballooning: Scary? Exhilerating? But did you know that hot air balloons have the safest flight record of all aircraft?

Camping: New Jersey has campgrounds at the shore, in the skylands, at the Delaware River, the Gateway and more

Canoeing and Rafting: There are lovely state and county parks around for kayaking, canoeing, rafting and more.

Cycling: There are plenty of areas for enthusiasts to bike around New Jersey. The NJ Department of Transportation lists Towns, counties and bicycle clubs that provide maps and information about trails, routes and other facilities for bicyclists. Information is available from these sources.

Fishing: Although one of the smallest and most densely populated state in the nation, New Jersey offers endless fishing opportunities. From spring migrations of striped bass and American shad in the Delaware River to bayshores and the Atlantic coastline, there's something for all anglers. And progressive management and fish culture and stocking programs means a greater of variety of fish are available than ever before.

Golfing: New Jersey has over 350 golf courses to choose from!

Hiking and Backpacking: You'll be amazed at the number of forests and hiking trails around New Jersey.

Parks & Forests: Whether you are looking for an action packed day of hiking and swimming, or camping under the stars, there are plenty of things to see and do in New Jersey's 42 parks, 11 forests and 3 recreation areas. With more than 50 historic sites and districts, New Jersey's past is rich with stories to tell. This is evident in the historic homes, landscapes and battlefields where Washington and the Continental Army spent almost half of the American Revolutionary War.