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Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness

The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness now contains a total of 3,660 acres and is managed by the Fish & Wildlife Service's Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge . All of the Wilderness is in the state of New Jersey. In 1968 the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness became part of the now over 110 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. Roughly 25,000 years ago, where the Wisconsin Glacier reached its furthest point south and stopped, the creation of Great…

  • Managed by: Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Coordinates: 40.719296, -74.525859

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Jockey Hollow Visitor Center
  • Washington's Headquarters Museum
  • Thomas Edison Laboratory Audio Tour
  • Laboratory Complex Visitor Center
  • New Jersey Historical Society
  • Gateway NRA-Staten Isl Boat Launch Parking

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness reservable?

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness?

See the map for Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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