National parks near New Jersey
There is no national park inside New Jersey, but 10 sit within reach. The closest is Shenandoah National Park, about 6 hr 23 min from the middle of the state.
Closest national parks
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah National Park | 250 mi (403 km) | 6 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Thousand Islands National Park | 279 mi (449 km) | 7 hr 3 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rouge National Park | 344 mi (553 km) | 8 hr 35 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 378 mi (608 km) | 9 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| New River Gorge National Park | 394 mi (635 km) | 9 hr 47 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Georgian Bay Islands National Park | 412 mi (663 km) | 10 hr 12 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Acadia National Park | 413 mi (665 km) | 10 hr 14 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Point Pelee National Park | 435 mi (700 km) | 10 hr 44 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| La Mauricie National Park | 443 mi (712 km) | 10 hr 55 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Bruce Peninsula National Park | 491 mi (791 km) | 12 hr 5 min | Worth a longer road trip |
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Common questions
Does New Jersey have a national park?
No. The nearest national parks are Shenandoah National Park, Thousand Islands National Park, and Rouge National Park.
What is the closest national park to New Jersey?
Shenandoah National Park, roughly 250 mi (403 km) out and about 6 hr 23 min of driving from the centre of New Jersey.