Bulls Island State Park, a New Jersey State Park located near Ambler, Chalfont and Doylestown

BULLS ISLAND STATE PARK

BULLS ISLAND STATE PARK
2185 Daniel Bray Highway
Stockton, New Jersey 08559

Bull's Island Recreation Area comprises a portion of a small forested island surrounded by the Delaware River and the Delaware & Raritan Canal. A trail along the towpath of the canal reveals a lowland floodplain forest dominated by sycamore, silver maple and tulip poplar. Several rare plant species are found in this natural area.

Camping

Camping is no longer permitted at Bulls Island.

Fishing

Anglers can enjoy river fishing along the Delaware River, targeting species like smallmouth bass and shad. Other options include catfish or walleye in freshwater areas.

Location

Bulls Island State Park is located near Ambler, Chalfont and Doylestown

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Ralph Stover State Park

High Rocks State Park

Roosevelt State Park

Nockamixon State Park

Tyler State Park

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Graeme State Park

Round Valley State Park

Round Valley Recreation Area

Picnicking

Bulls Island State Park offers scenic picnic spots with grills, tables and restrooms. Alcohol is not permitted in the park.

Birding

Located in New Jersey, the park offers birdwatching opportunities with over 100 species of birds to spot. The island's diverse habitats attract a variety of migratory and resident birds. Birders can explore trails or participate in guided tours for optimal viewing experiences. Species include warblers, eagles, hawks and waterfowl among others.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

July 22 The park should be for the public by Public tubing!

Why does the park cater to Deleware River tubing? A compnay that made 2.2M using the ramps and blocking the access areas with their busses? Why not expand the parking so all can use the river and not just corporations!

March 29 the best in the state by bubba and bubbet

what a park bin camping there for years the river is great get a tube go from the west end to the east end walk back do it again or go on a tube trip 4 the day walk over foot bridge go to the gen store or have a frist class meal so peace full every 1 gets a long

April 4 awesome fishing

great for our family for camping and fishing, had a great many years at the island

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Area Campgrounds

Mountain View Campground
131 Goritz Road
Little York, NJ
908-996-2953

Area Fishing Related Businesses

Dave's Sports Ctr Inc
1127 N Easton Rd
Doylestown, PA
(215) 766-8000

Mainstream Outfitters Inc
1121 N Easton Rd
Doylestown, PA
(215) 766-1244

Nearby Hotels

Booking.com

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Directions

Take I-287 or Route 22 to the intersection with Route 202 in Somerville. Follow Route 202 south for 26 miles to the exit for Route 29 north. Go north for about 6 miles. The entrance is on the left.