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Shepherd’s Lake:
Ringwood, NJ

by Sarah Einhorn | Aug 17, 2017 | 0 comments

Shepherd’s Lake is a 74 acre scenic lake and park that offers swimming hours, boat rentals and a playground with picnic tables. There are also many hiking trails that can be accessed on the grounds. Shepherds Lake is just around the corner from the NJ Botanical Gardens.

From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day there are swimming hours every day except for Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. It is not permissible to swim when there is no lifeguard on duty.

There are paddle boats, row boats, canoes and kayaks for rent at Shepherd Lake. The boat House is open until 4 p.m.

Price and Hours Updated: June 24, 2025

Posted: August 17, 2017

Information, prices and hours posted here are current as of the posted or updated date. It is advisable to call ahead or check online to confirm hours and prices

Address:

Shepherd Lake Rd

Ringwood, NJ 07456

Phone Number:

973-962-2256

Website:

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/ringwood.html#shepherd

Hours:

Open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
No Vehicles allowed to enter after 7:30 pm

Price:

Parking Fees:
From Memorial day thru Labor Day
Weekdays NJ Residents $5.00 Non Residents $10.00
Weekend and Holidays NJ Residents $10.00 Non Residents $20.00