Parvin State Park

About Parvin State Park

In the southwest of the state lies a park whose history is as diverse as its wildlife. The park is located on the edge of the Pine Barrens and is home to a variety of wildlife such as deer, elk, coyotes, wolves, foxes, raccoons, squirrels and much more. Spring breaks with flowering plants, dogwood, laurels and holly, as well as a variety of wildflowers and shrubs.

Swimming is only allowed at Parvin Lake, but the popular fishing and boating areas are accessible by boat, and swimming is only allowed on the west side of the park and not on the east side.

From 1933 to 1941, Parvin State Park served as a refuge for displaced Japanese - Americans and Kalmyks who fled their homeland in Eastern Europe in 1952. Many of the original structures of the park, such as the old railway tracks, are still preserved, as are some of its early history.

These cabins are located on the north shore of Thundergust Lake and each cabin can accommodate 6 people and is suitable for disabled guests.

In addition to the cabins, there are a number of other camping options available in the park, such as hiking trails and picnic areas.

Located on the south shore of Parvin Lake, toilets, showers and laundry facilities are all within walking distance.

Group campsites: Parvin State Park, Campsite 1 and Campsite 2, both within walking distance of the park entrance.

Flushing toilets: No toilets on the campsite, only flush toilets at the entrance to the park and no flush toilets on the campsite.

Parvin Grove and Parvins Lake have supervised beaches, and there are picnic areas with tables, barbecues and playgrounds on both sides of the beach. The hotel is located on the south shore of Lake Par vinsen and nearby there is a picnic area with picnic tables and barbecue and a playground on the north shore.

Swimming is offered from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and swimming pools and floating equipment such as kayaks and rafts are not allowed in the swimming area.

In the park there are several picnic areas and barbecue tables, and large groups are also offered. A variety of food and drinks are available, including hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches and hot drinks.

No picnic reservations are required for midweek events, but groups of 20 or more can gather at the picnic area or at one of the barbecue tables at the park's picnic areas.

On public holidays, such group use is only permitted with the superintendent's consent. Groups of 20 or more must reserve a picnic area at least five days in advance, and reservations for picnic areas are handled by individual parking offices.

Parvin Natural Area is located on the edge of Pine Brarens in New Jersey and combines pine, birch, grasses, shrubs and other native plants. Several hiking trails lead to the park's two picnic areas, as well as a picnic area and a hiking trail.

Parvin is home to the endangered tawny owl, the endangered marsh pink frog and the endangered marsh turtle.

The park is located on the east side of Route 55, just north of the town of Parvin, New Jersey. Take Exit 35 and follow signs for Route 55 North and South into the park or Exit 35 North and South and Exit 37 South.