Natural swimming hole
Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park)
Lake · New Jersey
About this swimming hole
The Morris County Park Commission's guarded swim beach on Sunrise Lake, open Memorial Day to Labor Day with lifeguards on duty, a sandy beach, boat rentals and a Wibit floating obstacle course. The 1,154-acre Lewis Morris County Park adds hiking and mountain-bike trails, picnic groves and a snack bar. Patrons may swim only in designated areas while lifeguards are on duty.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day |
| Fees | Admission fee charged in swim season (check current rates) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 10:30am-6pm weekends in season (verify current schedule) |
| Parking | Park lots; 270 Mendham Rd, Morris Township |
| Amenities | restrooms, lifeguards, picnic tables, concession, playground, hiking trails, boat rentals |
| County | Morris County |
| Nearest town | Morristown |
| Safety notes | Swim only in designated areas while lifeguards are on duty; children under 14 must be with an adult |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park)?
Yes — Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park) is listed as a natural swimming spot in New Jersey. Heads-up: Swim only in designated areas while lifeguards are on duty; children under 14 must be with an adult. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park)?
Reported fee info: Admission fee charged in swim season (check current rates). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park)?
The best season is typically Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day.