New Jersey has more to offer RVers than most people expect — Island Beach State Park's undeveloped barrier island, the Delaware Water Gap, and the Pine Barrens all deliver genuine outdoor experiences within a short drive of the metro corridor.
The average rental runs about $115/night, with travel trailers starting around $80/night and Class C motorhomes typically running $155/night.
Island Beach has strict length limits — measure before you book. Island Beach State Park campground caps most sites at 35 feet total. The road into the campground is manageable but tight. Confirm your rig's length before booking — this is one of the most competitive campgrounds in New Jersey and a length violation means losing your site.
A travel trailer is the most practical setup for coastal New Jersey. Shore-area campgrounds are generally tight — sites are close together and road access is designed for mid-size rigs. A travel trailer under 30 feet navigates the most campgrounds without issues. Larger units work at open-layout campgrounds in the Pinelands but limit your coastal options.
New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway have clearance variables. Most Turnpike mainline lanes are fine for standard RVs, but some interchange ramps and older toll plazas have lower clearances. Know your vehicle's height and avoid the far-right lanes at older toll structures until you've confirmed clearance.
Delaware Water Gap campgrounds are the best hookup option in northwest NJ. The Water Gap NRA campgrounds are National Park Service-operated with full hookups, far less congestion than the Shore, and excellent hiking and river access. A great alternative when Island Beach is booked out.
New Jersey is logistically straightforward, with summer shore demand being the main variable to plan around.
Island Beach State Park is one of the most competitive campground reservations in the Northeast. Books through the New Jersey State Park reservation system. Opens reservations in January for the full season. Set an alert — it sells out fast for any summer weekend.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area campgrounds book through Recreation.gov. Dingmans Campground and Otter Lake Camp Resort are the main options. Full hookups available at Otter Lake. Book ahead for summer weekends.
Pinelands dispersed camping is available in the Wharton State Forest. Atsion Recreation Area and Batsto Village area campgrounds offer full hookups. The vast Pine Barrens backcountry has canoe-in and hike-in primitive sites — great for day-tripping from a base camp.
New Jersey has tolls — budget accordingly. A full cross-state trip can add $30–$60 in tolls depending on your route. E-ZPass is accepted on the Turnpike and Parkway. Confirm toll plaza clearance for your rig height before entering.
When visiting Jersey City, consider staying at Liberty Harbor RV Park, where you can relax in the comfort of your RV while also enjoying an urban atmosphere 15 minutes away from New York City. The park is close to public transportation, including the local light rail, trains, and ferries, and it's just beside the Liberty Harbor Marina in case you want to go boating during your stay. Amenities at this park include 50 RV sites with both water and electric hookups, dump stations, fully serviced restrooms with heated showers, and easy access to restaurants.
For those looking for a resort experience, Long Beach RV Resort may be the option for you. This RV park is home to over 225 RV sites. Amenities include both 30- and 50-amp hookups, water hookups, and sites that can accommodate 45-foot RVs. They are also a pet-friendly RV resort on a gated property with recycling, dump stations, full restrooms, showers and laundry facilities, a swimming pool, miniature golf, and sports areas.
Other things to pay attention to when traveling through New Jersey are the locations of local dump stations. Because this state sees a lot of travel, there are quite a few dump stations that you will be able to rely on.
In Bloomsbury, just outside of Allentown, Pennsylvania, there is a dump station at TA-Petro Stopping Center, which also offers a horseshoe pit, pet area, RV servicing, overnight parking, food, and other amenities that can help you prepare for your long trip. It is located just off I-78 on Exit 7.
There is another TA-Petro Stopping Center located in Paulsboro, just south of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This area has Amazon lockers, pet areas, service stations, food, and overnight parking, in addition to the dumping areas. Off I-295 at the Mt. Royal exit, you will be able to see the signs for this stop.
On average expect to pay $239 per night in New Jersey.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in New Jersey?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in New Jersey from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in New Jersey?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
Do you need a special license to drive an RV in New Jersey?No. You don’t need a special license or CDL to drive an RV in New Jersey.