Discover the best forest campgrounds near Ocean City, New Jersey with swimming

United States
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New Jersey
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Ocean City

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4 top forest campgrounds near Ocean City with swimming

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Open Field for Dry Camping

2 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Ocean View, NJ

Learn more about this land: The field is perfect for tent camping, camper vans, campers, or even sleeping under the stars. This field is available for dry camping, meaning there is no water or sewage hookup and everything is pack in, pack out. A fire pit is also available for use. The property also has friendly goats that love attention. Short distance from back bays, ocean, trails, beaches and an incredible amount of tourist attractions the Cape May County area has to offer!

Winding River Vanlife Retreat

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Hamilton, NJ

Bring your own campervan or stay in one of ours -- enjoy swimming, paddling, and tubing on the river, or hiking and mountain biking through our trails. We're located in rural, outdoorsy South Jersey, and while our property is only 1 acre, we're surrounded by trails, trees, and right on a National Wild and Scenic River. During the warmer months, the Great Egg Harbor River is one of the best birding spots in the U.S., and is fantastic for kayaking, river tubing, and fishing. You'll be able to use our rope swing, star-gaze while laying on the 6-person hammock, and cook on the fire pit. We're also walking distance from miles and miles of hiking, mountain biking, ATV-ing, and horseback riding trails for adventurous afternoons. Drop in your kayak at Penny Pot park and kayak straight our property, or leave from our dock and get picked up 5 miles down at Weymouth park. Spend an hour tubing down our river and walk right back to camp with a 15 minute walk in the woods, then do it all over again! The town of Hammonton (the "Blueberry Capital of The World") is just 15 minutes away, and has a super cute downtown where you can find awesome shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries. The beaches in Atlantic City are only 30 minutes out, and Philadelphia is 45 minutes by car or 1 hour by train. Local grocers like Bagliani's, or large stores like Walmart and Shoprite are located within a 10-15 minute drive. Gas stations, a WaWa, and three restaurants can be found within a 5-8 minute drive. Experience a relaxing weekend out in the woods and by the water, while staying close to amenities and other fun outings. If you bring your own Van, Schoolie, Trailaer, or mid-sized RV, we have 30amp and 15amp hookups available in our driveway. All trash brought into or created on site must be packed out when you leave.

Calumet Run Farm-horse retirement

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Pilesgrove, NJ

Learn more about this land:We are a full service equine retirement home. We live on the property with our animals (chickens, goats, horses, dogs, cats, pig, sheep) We offer full boarding for horses and have a small area in the rear of our property for campers to tent camp. Room to sleep under the stars. Wake up to a beautiful sunrise. Close to major shopping if cooking under the stars is not an option. Fresh eggs from our hens are available for sale.

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Secluded Lakeside Haven @ the Shore

4 sites · Lodging40 acres · Cape May Court House, NJ

Discover Cape May County—Southern New Jersey’s hidden gem. Join us by a pristine lake, framed by tall pines and wetlands, which create a vibrant wildlife habitat in a haven of natural beauty. We’ve meticulously crafted a secluded retreat to explore, rejuvenate, & create, all set on a private lake with its own sandy beach. Your stay includes hiking trails, bike path access, fire pit, hammocks, water sports. Experience nature at its finest and make unforgettable memories in this serene sanctuary. . Our secluded four-season retreat welcomes the guest seeking the peace of an exclusive nature getaway, just minutes from renowned beach communities. Leave behind the distractions and busyness of life and make room for stillness and the internal conversations that bring healing and wellness. Whether sitting amidst the pines, catching a sunset from the deck, hiking winding trails, exploring the adjacent county bike path, fishing in a hidden cove, wading in perfectly clear waters, or writing, drawing, birding, boating, singing, praying; a time of peaceful recreation, creativity and restoration awaits. . THE ROOM: The Loft is in its own building, adjacent to the main house where your hosts live. Guests enter through a private, "contactless" foyer using a personalized keypad. A set of stairs lead you to a spaciously designed and well appointed 2nd story loft with a private deck providing full views of the beautiful lake while enjoying your morning or sunset beverage. Large windows flood the open concept space with natural light. The room also has a french balcony, hardwood floors throughout, an eating area for two, a bar/small sink with granite counters, a generous & comfortable living space, a dreamy queen size bed nook with nearby reading chairs, a walk in closet, and a modern bathroom with glass door and tiled shower. . THE PROPERTY: Our 40 acre property is hidden within a quiet suburban neighborhood, and is home to an abundance of turtles, migratory birds, fish, deer, otters, foxes, and much more. Guests have endless access to hiking trails, county bike path, observation tower, prayer labyrinth, scattered lakeside vistas, swimming, water sports, and so much more. . LOCATION: We are located in the quiet town of CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, just five miles from the pure white sandy beaches of Stone Harbor and Avalon, and twelve miles from historic Cape May! With nature hikes, abundant wildlife, glorious sunsets, miles of bike trails, fabulous restaurants, breweries, wineries, shopping, golfing, historical enrichment & more - there's something for everyone on New Jersey’s Cape May Peninsula.

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Belleplain State Forest

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Wharton State Forest

Hammonton, New Jersey

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Parvin State Park

Rosenhayn, New Jersey

My husband, pitbull pup and I stumbled upon Bass River State Forest last year and have already made it an annual must! The sites are both beautiful and quiet and you're only steps to hiking and the water.

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Bass River State Forest

Tuckerton, New Jersey

Forest camping near Ocean City with swimming guide

Overview

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Ocean City, New Jersey? Hipcamp offers over 320 camping options tailored to your preferences. Whether you're into boating, wind sports, or paddling, there's a campsite for you. Enjoy the convenience of pet-friendly accommodations, trash disposal, and campfires. For the top-rated campsites in the area, check out Historic Blueberry Lane Farm! (184 reviews), The Draper Property (128 reviews), and Alpaca Farm (69 reviews). With an average price of $53 per night and options as low as $22, you're sure to find the perfect camping experience.