Bulls Island Recreation Area

Bulls Island Recreation Area is a forested island park along the Delaware River covering about 80 acres. The landscape features lowland floodplain forest with sycamore, silver maple, and tulip poplar trees, with several trails for exploring the grounds.

The area is part of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, which received National Recreation Trail designation in 1992. This recognition marked its importance as a historic and ecological corridor in the region.

The site serves as a stopping point for migrating birds in spring, where visitors watch warblers, flycatchers, and swallows along the riverbank. People come here to experience the variety of bird life and observe nature up close.

Boaters and paddlers need to obtain launch permits for Delaware River access between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The best time to visit is outside this season when the park is less crowded and access is unrestricted.

The trail system extends over 70 miles along the historic Delaware and Raritan Canal, connecting multiple state parks across central New Jersey. This continuous pathway allows visitors to explore different protected areas and habitats along a single long route.

Location: New Jersey

Website: http://state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bull.html

GPS coordinates: 40.41045,-75.03480

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:40