ROUND VALLEY STATE PARK
Round Valley State Park
'Fall Colors Round Valley Reservoir'
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Round Valley State Park
'Round Valley Reservoir'
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Round Valley State Park
'Round Valley Reservoir Beach'
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Round Valley State Park
'Round Valley Reservoir Beach'
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Round Valley State Park
'Hikers Round Valley State Park'
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Round Valley State Park
'Round Valley Reservoir Dam'
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The brisk blue waters of Round Valley Reservoir attract swimmers, boaters, fishermen, picnickers and campers to its scenic shore. The Round Valley Reservoir swimming area was created by the construction of an earth dam across a narrow waterway on the west side of the reservoir, separating it from the main part of the reservoir. The reservoir covers over 2,000 acres and is approximately 180 feet deep, the deepest lake in New Jersey. It has a water capacity of 55 billion gallons. The reservoir is stocked with lake trout.
Round Valley is one of the few parks that offers wilderness camping. The campsites on the eastern side of the reservoir are accessible only by hiking or boating. The campers' parking lot is three miles away from the nearest site, reachable by a steep and rugged trail. Cross-country skiers and sledding enthusiasts congregate at Round Valley in the winter months.
Wilderness: Wilderness family campsites 85 wilderness tent sites with fire rings (no trailers and no vehicle access), drinking water and pit toilets are within walking distance. Access to campsites by boat, canoe, or backpacking. Three-to six-mile hike from parking lot and from most facilities including swimming area. Each family site accommodates up to 6 people. Open April 1 through October 31. $17 per night.
Group wilderness campsites: Eight group wilderness sites with fire rings. Running water and pit toilets are within walking distance. Each group site accommodates up to 25 people. Open April 1 through October 31. $25 per night.
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Swimming is permitted at Round Valley in the Day-use Area only from Memorial Day through Labor Day while lifeguards are on duty. Swimming is not allowed in the main reservoir. Visitors will find a beach complex containing changing areas, restrooms, showers, a first-aid station, and a concession building where food and beach supplies are available for purchase. Grilling is prohibited along the beachfront. There are two playgrounds and volleyball nets on the beachfront. Inner tubes, rafts and other flotation devices are not permitted in the swimming area.
A public boat launch is located north of the day use area, which is regulated by the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife. Sailboats, canoes, kayaks, motor boats (up to 10 horsepower) and three chambered inflatable vessels are permitted on the reservoir and must be registered through Motor Vehicle if over 12 feet in length. NJ Boating Rules & Regulations pertain to Round Valley Reservoir at all times. Each person must have on a wearable Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
A parking permit must be obtained through the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife to access the reservoir at the public boat launch, or a copy of your fishing, hunting or trapping license must be placed on the dash board of your vehicle.
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We love swimming here! My only drawback is the crowds on the weekends! Check out our photos at: http://www.meetup.com/www-mosaic-gny-org/photos/1001353/
PLEASE DO NOT CLOSE DOWN THE PARK. IT IS MAGNIFICENT. I ALWAYS BROUGHT MY CHILDREN AND GRAND CHILDREN THERE. IT IS A GREAT PLACE TO SPEND TIME, NOT TO MENTION PICNICING. 
I would like to find out if this park is still opened. My sister is celebrating her little boys birthday with a couple of relatives (not too many) and we would like to know if its still opened. Thanks
