Stokes State Park park
Stokes State Park
1. Reasons to Visit:
- Serene Nature: Stokes State Park spans over 16,000 acres, making it an ideal retreat for nature enthusiasts. The park boasts dense forests, tranquil lakes, and breathtaking mountain views, providing a perfect backdrop for relaxation and outdoor activities.
- Outdoor Activities: Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, boating, or horseback riding, Stokes State Park has something for everyone. Its numerous trails cater to all skill levels, offering opportunities for exploration and adventure.
- Wildlife Watching: The park's diverse ecosystem supports an abundance of wildlife such as deer, black bears, foxes, and various bird species, creating excellent opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
2. Points of Interest:
- Sunrise Mountain: One of the park's highlights, Sunrise Mountain offers panoramic views of the Kittatinny Mountains, Delaware River, and the surrounding valleys. A short hike leads to this stunning overlook, perfect for sunrise or sunset views.
- Tillman Ravine: Known for its spectacular waterfalls and rugged beauty, Tillman Ravine showcases the park's natural splendor. Visitors can hike the Tillman Ravine Trail to witness the cascading waterfalls and explore the area's unique flora and fauna.
- Lake Ocquittunk: This picturesque lake within the park offers swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities. With its sandy beach, it's an excellent spot for a picnic or a lazy afternoon by the water.
3. Interesting Facts:
- Stokes State Park was acquired by the state of New Jersey in 1938 and is named after Governor Edward C. Stokes.
- The park is part of the larger Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, which spans across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- Stokes State Park is home to the highest point in New Jersey, High Point Monument, which stands at an elevation of 1,803 feet.
4. Best Time to Visit:
The park can be enjoyed year-round, but certain seasons offer unique experiences:
- Spring and Summer: These seasons are perfect for hiking, camping, fishing, and enjoying the park's numerous trails and waterways.
- Fall: The park comes alive with vibrant autumn foliage, making it an ideal time for scenic drives, photography, and hiking.
- Winter: Stokes State Park offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, making it a great destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Remember to consult updated park maps, visitor guidelines, and current weather conditions before planning your visit to Stokes State Park, ensuring the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Stokes State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shotwell - Stokes State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Swartswood State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Dingmans - Delaware Water Gap National Rec Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dingmans Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Gan Israel In The Poconos | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Valley View Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Stokes State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stokes State Park
What can I do at Stokes State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Stokes State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Stokes State Park.