Hopatcong State Park

Hopatcong State Park Nine miles in length and covered by 2,500 acres of freshwater, Lake Hopatcong is the focal point of the park.

Hopatcong State Park is at the southwest end of the lake and is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming.

Join the team at Hopatcong State Park this summer and make a difference as a lifeguard, while enjoying lakefront views! ...
04/30/2026

Join the team at Hopatcong State Park this summer and make a difference as a lifeguard, while enjoying lakefront views! 🛶

No prior experience? No problem! New Jersey State Park’s will train lifeguards in CPR, Automated External Defibrillators, First Aid and other necessary medical practices. Each lifeguard will also receive a U.S. Lifesaving Association certification.

Lifeguard salaries start at $19 an hour. Junior lifeguard salaries are $17.50 an hour.

🛟Lifeguards develop lasting strengths and qualities including teamwork, leadership, clear communication, preparedness, situational awareness and the ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
🛟Junior lifeguards work on skills training, giving new recruits a head start on their experience. Junior lifeguards cannot perform lifeguard duties for the public until age 16. Applicants must be 15 years old.

To get started, apply online and attend a regional swim and run test.

LIFEGUARD TEST DATES:
Saturday, May 16, 30 & June 13
Kittatinny Regional High School
77 Halsey Road, Newton, NJ 07860

Walk-ins are allowed with a completed lifeguard application form. More detailed information about the Lifeguard employment test including and a permission slip for applicants under 18 can be found here:https://dep.nj.gov/wp-content/uploads/parksandforests/lifeguard-test-infosheet.pdf

🔗Learn more and apply today at: https://nj.gov/dep/workinparks

Due to the impending winter storm, all New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites will close to visitors at 5 p.m....
01/24/2026

Due to the impending winter storm, all New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites will close to visitors at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Existing camping reservations will be honored, however campers should be prepared for the conditions.

Parks will reopen to visitors for winter activities once maintenance crews complete snowplowing operations.

View the real-time operating status of state parks, forests and historic sites at stateparks.nj.gov

09/18/2025

Now Hiring: Park Superintendent – New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites

The New Jersey Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for Superintendent 1 – Parks & Forestry through 4 p.m. on Sept. 22. Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career with purpose as a state park superintendent.

As a park superintendent, you’ll be a leader managing New Jersey’s natural and historic resources. Superintendents oversee daily park operations, guide staff, and ensure visitors enjoy safe, welcoming, and memorable experiences.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/njparksuperintendent

Vacancies are anticipated in north, central and south Jersey.

Note: This announcement is for the Superintendent 1 eligibility exam. Your qualifications will be reviewed against the job requirements, and your score may be determined through a background evaluation and/or examination. Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee a position but may lead to interview opportunities.

09/13/2025

Reminder: the Hopatcong State Park boat ramp will be closed 9/13 and 9/14 for the boat race taking place in the park. The ramp will reopen as normal on Monday 9/15

09/01/2025

Hopatcong State Park is now reopened!!! Happy Labor Day!!

09/01/2025

Hopatcong State Park is full to capacity! Last day of swimming for the season! Happy Labor Day! 🦅

08/31/2025

Hopatcong State Park has reopened!!

08/31/2025

Hopatcong State Park is now full to capacity!

08/24/2025

The park has now reopened!! Enjoy the rest of the day!

08/24/2025

Hopatcong State Park has just filled to capacity!

Address

1 Lakeside Boulevard
Hopatcong, NJ
07843

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+19733987010

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Hopatcong State Park posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Hopatcong State Park:

Shortcuts

Share

Category