Wawayanda Lake

Stretch out along a beautiful lakeshore surrounded by mountains. Paddle, hike the trails or swim near the beach in this spacious northern New Jersey retreat.

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Important Notice for Wawayanda Reservations

On busy weekends and holidays, Wawayanda State Park may reach capacity and temporarily stop admitting additional cars. This can affect guests with reservations.

We strongly recommend calling 973-853-4462 before booking to check capacity and entry conditions.

If you are unable to access the park due to capacity restrictions, visit one of our other nearby locations or call us:

• Monksville Reservoir – 347-878-7304
• Shepherd Lake Boathouse – 845-351-8331

Aviso Importante para las Reservas en Wawayanda

Durante los fines de semana y días festivos con alta afluencia, Wawayanda State Park puede alcanzar su capacidad máxima y suspender temporalmente el ingreso de vehículos adicionales. Esto puede afectar a los visitantes con reservas.

Recomendamos encarecidamente llamar al 973-853-4462 antes de reservar para consultar la capacidad y las condiciones de acceso.

Si no puede ingresar al parque debido a restricciones de capacidad, visite una de nuestras otras ubicaciones cercanas o llámenos:

• Monksville Reservoir – 347-878-7304
• Shepherd Lake Boathouse – 845-351-8331

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Rent a paddleboard, kayak, or rowboat on Wawayanda Lake in Vernon, NJ. A relaxing, beginner-friendly way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends—perfect for a full day of adventure.

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One of North Jersey’s Largest Lakes—Wawayanda Lake spans about 255 acres, making it one of the biggest lakes in the region.

Surrounded by Mountain Views—The lake sits within Wawayanda State Park in the Appalachian Mountains, offering scenic, elevated views and a true wilderness feel.

Beach + Boats in One Spot—It’s one of the few NJ lakes where you can swim at a sandy beach and also kayak, canoe, or fish all in the same area.

A Gateway to the Appalachian Trail—Just nearby, hikers can access parts of the famous Appalachian Trail, making it a great stop for outdoor adventurers.