Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
32 Pleasant Plains Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
7,800 acres · 8 miles of trails
In the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge near Basking Ridge, New Jersey, leashed dogs stroll the Pleasant Plains Road and boardwalk trails through this 7,800-acre wilderness. Features encompass shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leashes ensure safety in this delicate ecosystem.
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- Park
- Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Basking Ridge, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 40.6953, -74.5236
- Size
- 7,800 acres
- Trail miles
- 8
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 7,800 acres of room
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Dog policy
7,800-acre NWR (NJ's first wilderness area). Leashed dogs welcome on Pleasant Plains Rd + boardwalk trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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