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Belleplain State Forest
State Park Information
State Park Overview
The forested acres of Belleplain include stands of young pine, oak and Atlantic white cedar, reflecting better soil conditions and less damage by fire than found in the Pine Barrens just north of the forest. Belleplain State Forest was established in 1928 by the State of New Jersey for recreation, wildlife management, timber production and
water conservation. In 1933, three camps were set up by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Reforestation Relief Act, supplying labor to the forest for over an eight-year period.
The CCC converted Meisle Cranberry Bog into Lake Nummy - popular swimming, boating and
fishing area. They also constructed the original forest headquarters, maintenance building - road system, bridges and
dams.
Camping
Campsites 169 tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets, showers and
laundry facilities are within walking distance. Trailer dumping station is open March 1 through November 30. Campsites open all year. $15 per night.
Group campsites Two group campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, water and
chemical toilets. Each site accommodates up to 75 people. Open all year. $1 per person per night, based on site capacity.
Lean-tos Fourteen lean-tos with propane heaters. Each accommodates up to six people. Outdoor picnic table, fire ring and grill. Flush toilets, showers and laundry facilities are within walking distance. ADA Accessible. Open all year. $25 per night.
Picnicking
Belleplain offers a Group Picnic Area for larger groups. It holds a capacity of 100 people, provides shelter, playfields and playground equipment. It may be reserved for a fee
$50.00 per day, plus applicable parking fees for reservations for Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
$75.00 per day for reservations for the Day After Labor Day to Friday Before Memorial Day.
Group Picnic Cancellation Fee 50 percent of Fee.
*Groups of 20 or more people shall reserve picnic facilities at least five days in advance. Such group use is not permitted on Holidays except as authorized by the Superintendent. Reservations for picnic areas are handled by the individual park area offices.