KAYAKING ADVENTURE / WAWAYANDA STATE PARK / BYOK / Hewitt

NEW JERSEY'S ULTIMATE SINGLE'S MEET-UP GROUP, WHERE THE FUN NEVER STOPS!

There is nothing more serene than being right there on the water, enjoying nature up close. It's a great way to renew your mind, body and soul.

Join MINGLE AROUND SINGLE'S for a day on the water and a beautiful kayaking adventure, as we explore nature, one stroke at a time! This kayaking experience is the ultimate freedom on the water with nothing but the sounds of nature and the kayak hitting the water. There is no better feeling!

We will meet in the water directly in front of the kayak rental docks at Noon to meet those who may be renting.

Please arrive by 11:30 a.m. to allow time to find parking, put on your life jacket, grab a paddle and get your kayak in the water. We will meet in the water directly in front of the kayak rental dock and depart at Noon sharp.

*As renters are "on the clock", we will not wait for latecomers.

We will begin paddling at noon and continue on our kayak journey.
We will also make STOP to take group photo on our journey.
We will paddle a beautiful lake with islands and surrounded by an interesting shoreline.

WAWAYANDA LAKE is in the center of the state park and getting out on the water gives a different perspective than hiking the trails, many of which hug the shore line. Immediately to the left of the launch is a small cove with a lot of lily pads near a spillway. In the center of the lake are several islands of different sizes. All the way out to the southern most reaches is another large area of lily pads.
Some pumphouse remains are also visible on the shore, near a view point off the Lake Loop (formerly the Pumphouse Trail).

Entire length of lake is about 4 miles.

This lake is scenic but very popular.

Arrive early. The park often closes temporarily due to capacity on summer days… sometimes by early morning. It’s more crowded closer to the launch. Avid paddlers can head out to the far end to try for more solitude, but we found this to be a busy place even with an early start.

Directions:
The road will curve left and pass Monksville Reservoir and then Greenwood Lake. The road name changes to Warwick Turnpike.
The park entrance on the left, about 19 miles since getting on 511. Drive past the visitor center lot (fee gate in season) and follow the park road for a bit. Turn left at the sign for Wawayanda Lake. Drive through the first parking lot (for the beach), and continue to the boat launch lot.

Note: Google and GPS software may direct you to the auxiliary entrance near Barry Lakes instead of the main entrance. This gate may be open seasonally, only weekends/holidays, with limited hours (check the park site). If it’s closed you’ll either need to hike from that lot over to the boat launch lot or drive back around.
Google/GPS may also show several of the trails in Wawayanda as drivable roads… they aren’t. Driving is allowed on part of Cherry Ridge but you really don’t want to drive through the park.

Wawayanda charges an entrance fee Memorial – Labor day; which is covered by the NJ State Park Pass.

Admission to Wawayanda State Park costs $5 per vehicle on weekdays and $10 per vehicle on weekends and holidays.
This fee is charged for parking and walk-in entrance, and applies from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. The State Park Pass, costing $50, provides free entrance for a calendar year to state parks and forests that charge these daily fees.

Regular bathroom in the main lot by the visitor center and at both Wawayanda lake parking lots – the first (beach lot) and the second (boat launch lot). Composting toilets are by the Furnace which is near the junction of Laurel Pond and Double Pond trails.

Kayak rentals available in the boat launch parking lot in season; To rent a kayak at Wawayanda State Park, visit the boat rental facility located near the beach and picnic areas. You can find kayaks, canoes, rowboats, and paddleboats for rent at this facility.
Ph: 973-853-4462
Email: wawayandacamping@dep.nj.gov
The rental cost is $15 for a single or $25 for a double. You can keep the kayak for 2 hours.

Bring your own kayak and launch it from the boat launch area. Remember to wear a Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) while on the water.

Launching is easy from a dock or walk in from the sandy shore. A new floating dock has been installed.

Wawayanda is a wide open lake so if it’s windy it’s will get a bit choppy.
One of the larger islands is on the right. Pass a Rocky shoreline.
Lily pads at the south end of the lake. There were less people past the main island, and this end is quieter. Heading back, the beach visible in the distance.

We are not "in a hurry". Please take your time, relax, take in the beauty of nature. We will be paddling and stopping and going at a leisurely pace. We will not leave anyone behind. Please wait and stay with the group.

** Be sure to pack a picnic lunch/snacks/trail mix/drinks. **

Once we get to once of the islands, we will stop and get out of our kayaks and enjoy a picnic together as a group, where we an socialize and mingle, sharing stories and getting to know each other a bit. Feel free to share any snacks and treats with others.

This is a beautiful park and it will be a beautiful day.

Wear your bathing suit, as there is a beach and we can stop at the beach afterwards for a quick swim before leaving.

This is where our journey ends. Two hour renters will head back to the rental dock. Four Hour renters can feel free to explore on your own.

Our tour will be two hours. If you are renting, you will need at least two hours.

This is a fun adventure and has always been a big hit with the MINGLE AROUND SINGLE'S MeetUp Group. Guaranteed to have a wonderful time!

DON'T BE SINGLE...COME OUT AND MINGLE!

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!