Timberline Lake Camping Resort

The Great Outdoors

Timberline Lake Camping Resort is located inside the Bass River State Forest, one of South Jersey’s premier hiking areas. None of the trails in the forest have much elevation gain and are quite suitable for all ages and fitness levels. If you’re interested in renting a kayak, Lake Absegami is perfect for a paddle or a swim. The forest is also quite popular with birdwatchers (as are some of the nearby wildlife preserves), so bring a pair of binoculars and note the native species and waterfowl that frequent this oasis of nature in the Garden State.The Pine Barrens are great, but most visitors come for the sun and the sand, so plan for at least a few days on the beach when you camp in an RV near Ocean City. Lifeguards patrol the waters, ensuring safety and good times for all. There’s also great stand-up paddleboarding and surfing if you’ve got a board (available for rent in Ocean City).If you rent a bicycle, Ocean City and Atlantic City both have spectacular bike paths. The Atlantic County Bikeway runs for over seven miles between the New Jersey Turnpike in Atlantic City to the nearby town of Mays Landing. Then there’s the Somers Point Bike Path and Ocean City Bike Path connecting Atlantic City and Ocean City. All of these trails are car-free, and a fantastic way to get around the heavy traffic the shore experiences every summer.

Exploring the City

Atlantic City and Ocean City are both half an hour's drive from Timberline Lake Camping Resort and have lots of entertainment and dining options. The most popular activity in both of the cities is simply strolling down their respective boardwalks; there are also tons of games, souvenir shops, thrilling rides, and unhealthy snack stands to indulge in. There’s even a Ripley’s Believe It or Not in Atlantic City, which is filled with entertaining oddities from around the world.Not everything is geared around tourists on the Jersey shore, though. Both cities have a number of art galleries and museums that are worth checking out should you be in need of culture. Atlantic City’s African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is of particular interest, with dozens of exhibits featuring local artists along with cultural artifacts that tell a fascinating story of how African American culture has evolved over the years in this part of the state.One of the best things about booking a travel trailer rental in South Jersey, though, is that you’ll have the chance to visit some smaller towns that are passed over by tourists heading to the beach or the casino. Beach Haven has the New Jersey Maritime Museum, which is filled with enthralling displays regarding the shipwrecks along the state’s coastline. There’s also the Eagleswood Amusement Park in Eagleswood, which offers all of the carnival atmosphere seen on the Ocean City or Atlantic City boardwalks, but without any of the crowds.