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| State Park Overview: |
 | Whether you are on land or water, there is always a chance you will catch a glimpse of the spectacular wildlife in Swartswood from bald eagles to the unique plant life found in our sinkhole ponds.
The park is open year round with a variety of recreational activities available depending on the season. Call for park hours. Swimming is available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day with certified, trained lifeguards on duty for your safety. During the summer, colorful sailboats take to the water either on a leisurely sail around the lake or while participating in the sailing regattas scheduled throughout the season.
Secluded picnic areas overlooking the lake can be found throughout the park with picnic tables and grills available at each site. For overnight stays, camping is available April through October. Call for more information or to make a reservation. |
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Our favorite place to go! : )
This park is awesome from the beach, playgrounds, lifeguards, etc. My husband and I live in the area for 7 years and have been going for the past year bringing our 3 small children. Great place to be - not far from home (great gas saver too)! We like it so much we bought a park pass and travel between Swartswood and Stokes. Great family place! Thank you!
Written by -Dana
26-Jun-2008
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| Camping: |
| Campsites: 65 tent and trailer sites with a fire ring, picnic table and lantern holder. Maximum occupancy is six at each site. Flush toilets, showers and laundry facilities are within walking distance. Trailer sanitary and water stations available. Open April 1 through October 31. $15 per night.Campsites 1 - 21 are open year round.
Group Campsites: Three group sites with picnic tables, afire ring and lantern holder. Minimum occupancy is seven and maximum is twenty. Water and sanitary units are within walking distance of each site. Open April 1 through October 31. $20 per night, per site.
Yurts: 6 yurt sites with a fire ring, picnic table and lantern holder. Yurts are circular tents built on a wooden frame with concrete floors. Each yurt has a skylight, lockable wood door, window screens with flaps and two double deck bunks, which can sleep up to four people. Assembly of additional tents is not permitted on yurt sites. $25 per night. |
| Trails: |
| Trails
Duck Pond Multi-Use TrailThis 0.6 mile-paved path provides a level surface for walking, biking, roller blading, skate boarding and is accessible for persons with disabilities. The trail meanders through a forested area along Duck Pond. Wayside exhibits found along the trail provide information on the unique natural features found in the area. A bird blind has been constructed to allow visitors to view birdlife in the area with little disturbance to their habitat.
Spring Lake TrailThis 2.8-mile trail begins at the end of the paved Duck Pond Trail. Follow the white markers along the natural hilly terrain through a secondary succession forest to the secluded Spring Lake. We consider this to be a moderate level hike.
Bear Claw TrailThis 0.8 mile trail is marked in yellow and begins at the Duck Pond parking area just to the right of our kiosk. This is an easy to moderate hike on an earthen, hilly path. The trail ends where it meets the paved Duck Pond Trail allowing you to combine the two trails for a full loop back to the parking area.
Grist Mill TrailThis 1.5 loop trail can be found at the most southern end of Swartswood Lake by the dam. The steep rocky terrain makes this a moderate to difficult hike with rewarding views of Swartswood Lake. |
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| Area Activities |
| Horseback Riding | |  | Black Walnut Country Inn and Stables - Milford, PA
The Black Walnut Inn is a delightful English Tudor-style Bed & Breakfast, tucked away on a 162-acre wooded estate in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains, minutes from the Delaware River. Adjacent to thousands of acres of wooded trails. Overnight boarding available to Inn guests. Trail Rides.
Web Site: http://www.theblackwalnutinn.com |
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| Boating: |
| Boat rentals are available in the park on a seasonal basis. Please call for hours of operation prior to your visit. The rental facility is typically open weekends only from May to the end of June. They are open seven days a week from July through Labor Day. For more information visit the Swartswood Lake Boat Rentals web site. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing is available along the shores or by boat. Some of the many species of fish found in Swartswood Lake include brown trout, tiger trout, large mouth bass, walleye, and pickerel. |
| History of the Area: |
| Established in 1914 as New Jersey's first state park, Swartswood is well known for its great fishing and tranquil surroundings. Little Swartswood and Swartswood Lake were formed by glaciers thousands of years ago and are now home to a variety of fish. Both lakes have been the focus of water quality improvement efforts including invasive aquatic weed control and watershed protection. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | The Wooden Duck Bed & Breakfast - A brick patio & inground swimming pool invite guests to step outdoors and enjoy their picturesque surroundings and provide a lovely spot for seasonal breakfasting, sunbathing or just plain relaxing! | | | Black Walnut Country Inn and Stables - Milford, PA
The Black Walnut Inn is a delightful English Tudor-style Bed & Breakfast, tucked away on a 162-acre wooded estate in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains, minutes from the Delaware River. Adjacent to thousands of acres of wooded trails. Overnight boarding available to Inn guests. Trail Rides.
Web Site: http://www.theblackwalnutinn.com |
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| Butterflies of Swartswood State Park, Sussex County, New Jersey - Butterflies of Swartswood State Park, Sussex County, New Jersey ... Butterflies of Swartswood State Park, Sussex County, New Jersey DIRECTIONS: From Exit 25 on I-80, take Route 206 north ... | | Row Your Boat Rentals at Swartswood State Park in Sussex County, New Jersey - | | Rip Off Report: Swartswood State Park the business that doesn't give a dam Swartswood New - Swartswood State Park the business that doesn ... Category: Camps & Campgrounds Modified: 6/28/2002 12:39:00 PM Swartswood State Park the business that doesn't give a dam Swartswood New ... | | Rip Off Report: Swartswood State Park harassed, disrespected, abused and mistreated Swarts - Swartswood State Park harassed, disrespected, abused and mistreated Swartswood New Jersey ... 2002 6:45:19 AM Swartswood State Park harassed, disrespected, abused and mistreated Swartswood ... | | Department of Environmental Protection - ... historic preservation natural lands mgt. american revolution interpretation & education corporate partners Swartswood State Park Swartswood State Park Mailing Address: P O Box 123 Swartswood, NJ ... | | Sunday School Holiday Presentation - Junior High Mystery Trip to Swartswood State Park SEPTEMBER 15, 2001 HOME STATEMENT LOCATION CALENDAR MINISTRIES NEWSLETTER Calvary Evangelical Free Church - 450 Fells Road - Essex Fells - NJ ... | | volteer_page2 - Volunteer Service Hours Swartswood State Park JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31 These Volunteer hours are for improving the quality of the water at Swartswood lake. The Organizations involved are listed as ... | | swarts - ... Bath & Boating Jersey Ice Concession In the Park ( Swartswood State Park ) at the bath house 973-300-0503 Memoril Day - Laber Day ... In the park ( Swartswood State Park ) at Emmons Grove 973-383 ... | | Area Campgrounds | | Pocono Vacation Park Campgrounds
RR 5
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 424-2587
| Arrowhead Campground
Beaver Valley Rd
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 992-7949
| Fox Wood Family Campground
400 Mount Nebo Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-1424
| Camp Taylor
85 Mount Pleasant Rd
Columbia, NJ
(908) 496-4333
| KOA Campgrounds
233 Hollow Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 223-8000
| Yards Creek Scout Reservation
6 Linaberry Rd
Columbia, NJ
(908) 362-5374
| Triple Brook Campground
58 Honey Run Rd
Blairstown, NJ
(908) 459-4079
| Mountain Vista Campground
50 Taylor Dr
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 223-0111
| Rockview Valley Cmpgrnd Resort
59 River Rd
Montague, NJ
(973) 293-3383
| Cedar Ridge Campgrounds
205 River Rd
Montague, NJ
(973) 293-3512
| River Beach Campsites
378 Route 6 and 209
Milford, PA
(570) 296-7421
| Pleasant Acres Farm Campground
61 DeWitt Rd
Sussex, NJ
(973) 875-4166
| Kymer Campground
69 Kymer Rd
Branchville, NJ
(973) 875-3167
| Beaver Hill Campground
120 Big Spring Rd
Hamburg, NJ
(973) 827-0670
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Dunkelberger's Sports
585 Main St
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-7950
| Ixtapa Sport Fishing Charters
19 Depue LN
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 688-9466
| Family Bait & Tackle Shop
624 N Courtland St
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-6918
| Windsor Fly Shop
348 N 9th St
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 424-0938
| Hiawatha Hunting & Fishing
700 Schoolhouse Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-7712
| Beaver Run Hunting & Fishing Club
3 Barren Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 223-8257
| Cross Current Guide Service
100 Laurel Acres Rd
Milford, PA
(570) 296-6919
| Matamoras Rod & Gun Club
120 Rod and Gun Club Rd
Milford, PA
(570) 409-9330
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Alpine Motel
1863 W Main St
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-3790
| Walter's Motel
2011 W Main St
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 424-1862
| Water Gap Country Club
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 476-0300
| Countryside Cottages
RR 3 Box 3002
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 629-2131
| Rimrock Country Cottages
425 Rimrock Dr
Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 629-2360
| Rainbow Mountain Resort and Restaurant
210 Mount Nebo Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 223-8484
| Value Inn
5219 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 588-1100
| Echo Valley Cottages
1 Lower Lakeview Dr
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 223-0662
| Pocono Palace Inc
5241 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 588-6694
| Paramount Motel
Business Route 209 N
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 421-2141
| Birchwood In the Poconos
3400 Birchwood Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 629-0222
| Shilla Garden Korean Restaurant
RR 209
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 588-1100
| Alpine Lounge
RR 447
East Stroudsburg, PA
(570) 595-7411
| Malibu Dude Ranch
351 Foster Hill Rd
Milford, PA
(570) 296-7281
| Myer Motel
600 Route 6 and 209
Milford, PA
(570) 296-7223
| Milford Motel
591 Route 6 and 209
Milford, PA
(570) 296-6411
| Hidden Valley Resort
44 Breakneck Rd
Vernon, NJ
(973) 764-4200
| Resort Club Inc
3 Telemark Dr
Vernon, NJ
(973) 209-4362
| Minerals Resort & Spa
2 Chamonix Dr
Vernon, NJ
(973) 827-2222
| Resort Club at the Great Gorge
State Rt 94
Vernon, NJ
(973) 827-8000
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| From Route 80, take exit 25, Route 206 north to Newton, about 12 miles. From Newton, make a left at the second traffic light (Route 206 and Spring Street) then make a left at the next light onto Route 519. Follow 519 for approximately 1/2 mile, then make a left onto Route 622 at Sussex County College sign. Follow Route 622 for about 4 1/2 miles. Turn left onto Route 619. The park entrance is about 1/2 mile south on Route 619. |
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