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Bulls Island Recreation Area

Stockton, NJ

Bulls Island Recreation Area
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Fee: No entrance fee.

About this park

This 80-acre forested island on the Delaware River offers biking, hiking and boating and is a hot spot for birding during spring migration. It includes a park office, a large picnic area, a playground and a Roebling-designed pedestrian bridge that crosses to Pennsylvania. The park gives access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath Trail, and boats can reach the Delaware River and the canal. The gate is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Contact & location

๐Ÿ“ž (609) 397-2949
โœ‰๏ธ BullsIsland@dep.nj.gov

Nearby state parks

๐ŸŒฒRalph Stover State Park ยท Pipersville ยท 3.7 mi
๐ŸŒฒDelaware Canal State Park ยท Upper Black Eddy ยท 9.8 mi
๐ŸŒฒNockamixon State Park ยท Quakertown ยท 11.4 mi

Bulls Island Recreation Area FAQ

Where is Bulls Island Recreation Area located?
Bulls Island Recreation Area is in Stockton, New Jersey, at 2185 Daniel Bray Highway. GPS coordinates: 40.4097, -75.0372. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Bulls Island Recreation Area?
No entrance fee. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Bulls Island Recreation Area?
You can call (609) 397-2949 or email BullsIsland@dep.nj.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Bulls Island Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Bulls Island Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.