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Ringwood State Park Access

Ringwood State Park Access provides entry to a 4,444-acre park in Passaic County featuring multiple recreation areas including Shepherd Lake, which offers boating with electric motors, canoe rentals, and fishing opportunities.

The park maintains an extensive network of nearly 40 miles of marked trails suitable for hiking and mountain biking, with parking areas and facilities available at Shepherd Lake and near Ringwood Manor.

Swimming is available seasonally at Shepherd Lake (Memorial Day through Labor Day), and the park office can provide trail maps and current conditions information.


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