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Christmas Night 1776, Washington crossed the Delaware River. This park offers many different recreations, and also does re-enactments.

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All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Recreational use of ATVs is not permitted on NJ State Park Service property. This includes state parks, forests, recreation areas, golf courses, marinas, natural areas, historic sites, and preserves. Thank you for your help in protecting New Jersey's natural and historic resources. [N.J.A.C. 7:2-3.4(d)]

Smoking
State law prohibits the smoking of tobacco and use of electronic smoking (vaping) devices in all state parks, forests, historic sites, recreation areas, golf courses and marinas. [N.J.P.L.2005, c.383 (C.26:3D-56)]

Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in state parks, forests, recreation areas, golf courses, marinas, natural areas, historic sites, and preserves. [ N.J.A.C. 7:2-2.6 ]

Keep Your Park Clean and Green
Protect plants and animals and care for your parks by taking your trash with you. Whatever you carry into the park, plan on carrying it out too. It's like crowdsourcing trash management! Bring a bag or two for trash, recycling and cleaning up after your pet. There are no trash receptacles in this park. Thank you!

Pets
Pets must always be on a leash no longer than six feet in length and under the control of the owner. Please clean up after your pets.

Tick Protection
Use insect repellent, wear light-colored clothing, tuck pants into socks, stay on trails, check yourself when you get home, shower and wash clothes immediately.

Be Bear Aware
Black bears are found throughout New Jersey. Do not approach or attract bears by making food available. Feeding bears is dangerous and illegal. Never run from a bear! To report an aggressive bear, call 1-877-WARN-DEP (1-877-927-6337) immediately. Please report any damage or nuisance behavior to the park office. Visit the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife at www.njfishandwildlife.com for additional information on bear safety.

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NJDEP | Washington Crossing State Park | New Jersey State Park Service

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All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Recreational use of ATVs is not permitted on NJ State Park Service property. This includes state parks, forests, recreation areas, golf courses, marinas, natural areas, historic sites, and preserves. Thank you for your help in protecting New Jersey's natural and historic resources. [N.J.A.C.

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Monmouth Battlefield State Park is located at 20 State Route 33 in Manalapan, NJ. In 1778, Washington fought the British in a very hot and tiring day long battle. In the end, over 600 people were dead or dying.

This park often offers re-enactments, but due to Covid have been called off for now.

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A national leader. A balanced approach. A commitment to be guided by science. That is the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

Celebrating its 50th birthday in 2020, the DEP makes New Jersey a stronger and fairer state by protecting our environment and public health. With hard work, exceptional knowledge and expertise, the DEP's men and women have made the agency an unfailing guardian of New Jersey's precious natural and historic resources.

The DEP was established on April 22, 1970 - America's first official Earth Day. Today, DEP employees in dozens of programs continue to advance innovative strategies to safeguard and enhance New Jersey's air, water and land, and the health of its residents.

To protect environmental quality and public health, and create vibrant, sustainable communities, the DEP embraces these principles and priorities:

DEP PRINCIPLES

Follow the law.

Use the best available science.

Listen to all sides.

Find the best balance.

Be transparent and honest with the public.

DEP PRIORITIES

Reduce and Respond to Climate Change
From threats to its coastline to rising temperatures, New Jersey has an urgent need to lead the way in addressing climate change.

Protect New Jersey's Water
Safe, clean water is vital to New Jersey's health, quality of life and economy. The DEP protects this precious resource by preventing pollution, cleaning up contamination, ensuring ample supply and investing in strong infrastructure.

Revitalize Our Communities and Protect Public Health
Cleaner environments promote stronger communities. The DEP plays a major role in strengthening communities by reducing environmental burdens, working with partners to support new economic opportunities and improving the day-to-day life for all, especially vulnerable populations.

Manage and Promote Thriving Natural & Historic Resources
From the Atlantic Ocean to its forests, New Jersey is a diverse and inclusive place rich in history, wildlife and open space. The DEP encourages all New Jersey residents and visitors to experience the state first-hand.

Strengthen DEP
The DEP's ability to achieve its goals and operate effectively depends on its staff and resources. Together, we will help New Jersey protect its environment, promote the health of its citizens and lead the way for the nation.

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NJDEP | About the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

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A national leader. A balanced approach. A commitment to be guided by science. That is the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Celebrating its 50th birthday in 2020, the DEP makes New Jersey a stronger and fairer state by protecting our environment and public health.

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Double Trouble State Park is located  in Berkeley and Lacey Townships. In the park, there is Double Trouble Village, as well as cranberry bogs. The village was settled around 1860 and was used primarily by those who were brought in to help harvest the cranberries.

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A national leader. A balanced approach. A commitment to be guided by science. That is the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

Celebrating its 50th birthday in 2020, the DEP makes New Jersey a stronger and fairer state by protecting our environment and public health. With hard work, exceptional knowledge and expertise, the DEP's men and women have made the agency an unfailing guardian of New Jersey's precious natural and historic resources.

The DEP was established on April 22, 1970 - America's first official Earth Day. Today, DEP employees in dozens of programs continue to advance innovative strategies to safeguard and enhance New Jersey's air, water and land, and the health of its residents.

To protect environmental quality and public health, and create vibrant, sustainable communities, the DEP embraces these principles and priorities:

DEP PRINCIPLES

Follow the law.

Use the best available science.

Listen to all sides.

Find the best balance.

Be transparent and honest with the public.

DEP PRIORITIES

Reduce and Respond to Climate Change
From threats to its coastline to rising temperatures, New Jersey has an urgent need to lead the way in addressing climate change.

Protect New Jersey's Water
Safe, clean water is vital to New Jersey's health, quality of life and economy. The DEP protects this precious resource by preventing pollution, cleaning up contamination, ensuring ample supply and investing in strong infrastructure.

Revitalize Our Communities and Protect Public Health
Cleaner environments promote stronger communities. The DEP plays a major role in strengthening communities by reducing environmental burdens, working with partners to support new economic opportunities and improving the day-to-day life for all, especially vulnerable populations.

Manage and Promote Thriving Natural & Historic Resources
From the Atlantic Ocean to its forests, New Jersey is a diverse and inclusive place rich in history, wildlife and open space. The DEP encourages all New Jersey residents and visitors to experience the state first-hand.

Strengthen DEP
The DEP's ability to achieve its goals and operate effectively depends on its staff and resources. Together, we will help New Jersey protect its environment, promote the health of its citizens and lead the way for the nation.

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NJDEP | About the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

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A national leader. A balanced approach. A commitment to be guided by science. That is the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Celebrating its 50th birthday in 2020, the DEP makes New Jersey a stronger and fairer state by protecting our environment and public health.