State Park • Ocean County
Double Trouble
Double Trouble State Park
Quick Facts
About This Park
Double Trouble State Park is a premier destination for outdoor recreation in Ocean County. This state park offers visitors a diverse range of activities and natural experiences along the New Jersey Shore. Key features include historic village, boat launching, scenic overlooks. Visitors will find recreational amenities, historic points of interest, nature viewing opportunities. The park is well-equipped with 4 visitor facilities including parking, restrooms, and information services.
Highlights:
- historic village
- boat launching
- scenic overlooks
Driving Times
Points of Interest
Facilities
- • Park Entrance(entrance)
- • Ore Pond Road Canoe Launch Parking(parking)
- • Dover Forge Trailhead Parking(parking)
- • Dover Forge Canoe Launch Parking(parking)
Recreation
- • Canoe Launch
- • Canoe Launch
- • Canoe Launch
Historic Sites
- • Company Foreman's House
- • Double Trouble School
- • Burke House
- • Cranberry Sorting and Packing House
- • General Store
- • Cranberry Bog
- • Cranberry Bog
- • Shower Room
- • Bunk House
- • Sawmill
- • Jumper Building
- • Harvest Foreman's House
- • Upper Hooper Cranberry Bog
- • Gowdy Cranberry Bog
- • Lower Hooper Cranberry Bog
Nature & Wildlife
- • Scenic Overlook
- • Bench
- • Mill Pond Reservoir Dam
- • Scenic Overlook
- • Bridge Crossing
- • Scenic Overlook
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the history of Double Trouble State Park?
Double Trouble preserves a historic cranberry farming village dating to the 1860s. Visitors can see restored sawmill and packing house buildings and learn about the area's cranberry and forestry heritage.
Can I kayak at Double Trouble State Park?
Yes, the Cedar Creek flows through the park and is excellent for kayaking and canoeing. The tea-colored water is typical of Pine Barrens streams. Rentals are available nearby.
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