Department of Environmental Protection

Bull's Island Recreation Area

Photo by Tom Keck

Bull's Island
Recreation Area

Mailing Address:
2185 Daniel Bray Highway
Stockton, NJ 08559
(609) 397-2949

Size: 80 acres

Directions:
Take I-287 or Route 22 to the intersection with Route 202 in Somerville. Follow Route 202 south for 26 miles to the exit for Route 29 north. Go north for about 6 miles. The entrance is on the left.

View Map for Bull's island Office and DnR Canal office

Facilities & Activities:

Camping
Natural area
Fishing

Keep Your Recreation Area Clean

Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out the trash you carry in. Bags are provided throughout the site. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.

****** PARK ADVISORY ******

Bull's Island Campground is OPEN.
Due to previous flood damage, only 43 sites will be available. Check the
camping map to view the available sites. Shower and restroom facitilies
are available.

Bull’s Island Natural Area (24 acres)
This natural area comprises a portion of a small forested island surrounded by the Delaware River and the Delaware & Raritan Canal. A trail along the towpath of the canal reveals a lowland floodplain forest dominated by sycamore, silver maple and tulip poplar. Several rare plant species are found in this natural area.

Camping

For forms and information on a booking a campsite visit our: reservations page

Alcohol is prohibited. Pets are prohibited in overnight facilities

Campsites: Please see Park Advisory 69 tent and trailer sites with fire rings, picnic tables, flush toilets and showers. Campsites open April 1 through October 31. $20 per night.

Campground Map (Low resolution for viewing purposes)
Campground Map (High resolution for printing purposes) File
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Questions regarding our parks and forests can be directed to
Michele Buckley of the State Park Service.