Note: New Jersey law requires the wearing of a PFD from November 1 through May 1.


Liberty State Park
( 40.70139, -74.05094 )

  1. Liberty State Park - Jersey City ( 40.69768, -74.06520 )

Parking and launch access are free. There can be a good deal of boat traffic on the river, especially ferries, but if you are careful, you can paddle around the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.