Best Time to Visit New Jersey National Parks
New Jersey has 6 National Park Service units that report visitation. Below, each is ranked by annual visits, with the month our data recommends for the best balance of light crowds, comfortable weather and daylight. Crowds peak in summer almost everywhere — the recommended months show where the quieter shoulder seasons fall.
| Park | Annual visits | Best time | Busiest | Quietest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GatewayNational Recreation Area | 7,696,939 | October | Jul | Feb |
| AppalachianNational Scenic Trail | 6,215,118 | September | Jul | Feb |
| Delaware Water GapNational Recreation Area | 3,986,709 | March | Jul | Jan |
| Paterson Great FallsNational Historical Park | 189,721 | May | Jul | Jan |
| MorristownNational Historical Park | 183,001 | January | Apr | Jan |
| Thomas EdisonNational Historical Park | 14,807 | September | Aug | Jan |