Planning a kayaking (or fishing) trip to Round Valley Reservoir? Before you hit the water, you’ll need one of the following permits to use the Public Boat Launch, as there is no on-site vendor:
🎫 1. Boat Ramp Permit
- Cost: $15
- What it covers: Access to Round Valley’s NJ Fish & Wildlife public boat launch (also valid at other Wildlife Management Areas) njportal.com+9njfishing.com+9paddling.com+9njskylands.com+5nj.gov+5njportal.com+5njfishing.com+5dep.nj.gov+5nj.gov+5.
- Where to buy:
- Online, through the NJ Fish & Wildlife licensing portal (“ASPIRA Focus Internet Sales”) dep.nj.gov+7facebook.com+7nj.aspirafocus.com+7 — you’ll receive a PDF to print immediately and a sticker by mail.
- In person, at licensed agents (e.g. bait/tackle shops)
🐟 2. Alternative: Fishing, Hunting, or Trapping License
- A valid New Jersey fishing, hunting, or trapping license can substitute for the boat ramp permit paddling.com+11njportal.com+11reddit.com+11.
- Fishing license cost: Around $20 for freshwater + optional trout stamp (~$10) njportal.com+2reddit.com+2nj.aspirafocus.com+2.
- Advantage? It covers fishing privileges and fulfills the launch requirement.
🪪 3. Senior Exemption
- Permanent NJ residents 70 years and older don’t need a permit—they must instead display age proof (e.g., an expired License) on their vehicle dashboard njfishing.com.
✅ Quick Reference Table
| Permit Type | Cost | Where to Get It | Notes |
| Boat Ramp Maintenance Permit | $15 | Apply online (instant PDF) or buy locally | Needed for car-top & trailer launches |
| Fishing/Hunting/Trapping License | ~$20 (+ trout stamp $10) | Online or agent | Covers both license & ramp access |
| Senior (70+) Exemption | Free | Age proof on dashboard | No fishing/trapping license required |
