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Belleplain State Forest

Belleplain State Forest is a recognized dark sky location in New Jersey for stargazing and astronomy activities.

Bortle class

Belleplain State Forest is rated Bortle Class 5.

Type

As a U.S. state forest, dispersed camping, also known as boondocking, is permitted away from car/RV campsites. This allows you to find even darker skies. A permit may be required.

For more info, see their website. See also all dark sky places in NJ.


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