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Trails with Trailhead Parking in New Jersey
New Jersey has 509 trails with trailhead parking in this directory, across 256 cities and towns — Princeton, Morristown, Vineland, Wayne and 252 more. A trailhead lot you can actually park in — and the ones that fill by mid-morning.
The 250 most-reviewed in New Jersey
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Liberty State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 36,921 reviews
Waterfront views of Manhattan, Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, plus miles of tree-lined walkways.
Branch Brook Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 12,456 reviews
Scenic, 360-acre park featuring cherry trees, lakes & bridges plus bicycling & other activities.
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 11,212 reviews
National historical park known for a 77-ft. waterfall that sparked water-power development in 1792.
Atlantic City Boardwalk
4.4 ★★★★☆ 11,164 reviews
Iconic oceanfront boardwalk featuring views & a variety of shops & restaurants since 1870.
Hamilton Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,619 reviews
Grassy areas, floral gardens, benches, summer concerts & NYC skyline views from waterside cliffs.
Mercer County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,043 reviews
Diverse activities available in a large preserve including play fields, trails, a lake & a dog park.
Garret Mountain Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,859 reviews
Hilltop 568-acre park around Lambert Castle, featuring rich bird life & trails with city views.
Overpeck County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 5,893 reviews
805 acres includes 5 miles of hiking trails plus sports fields, playgrounds & an Equestrian Center.
Lincoln Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 5,855 reviews
Largest park in Hudson County offers athletic facilities, statuary, trails & wildlife habitats.
Palisades Interstate Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 5,817 reviews
2,500-acre riverfront park offers 30 miles of hiking & ski trails, playgrounds & a nature sanctuary.
Cape May Point State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,819 reviews
State park featuring a lighthouse & environmental center, plus birding, fishing & hiking.
Eagle Rock Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,222 reviews
Popular county park featuring recreation areas & hiking trails with views of the Manhattan skyline.
Roosevelt Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,157 reviews
Park offering multiple sports areas, trails, lake fishing, an ice skating rink & an outdoor theater.
Saddle River County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,154 reviews
Multi-use pathways connect 5 different parks featuring ponds, playgrounds & athletic fields.
Weequahic Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 4,114 reviews
Green space with a large lake, golf course, running track, trails & athletic fields.
Cheesequake State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,880 reviews
1,610-acre park with a nature center & camping area offering biking/hiking trails & a fishing lake.
Watchung Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,679 reviews
Vast park offering cross-country skiing, fishing, outdoor ice skating, hiking, camping & more.
High Point State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,182 reviews
Panoramic hilltop views, a lake for swimming, boating & fishing, plus hiking trails & a ski center.
Rahway River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,058 reviews
Park with a wide range of athletic & recreational facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool.
Duke Farms
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,896 reviews
Historic estate offering undeveloped natural habitats, gardens, outdoor activities & workshops.
Sinatra Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,793 reviews
This waterfront park offers a kayak launch, soccer field, an amphitheater & views of Manhattan.
Raritan Bay Waterfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,695 reviews
136-acre park along the water with sports fields plus a playground, nature study area & gazebo.
Laurel Acres Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,592 reviews
Community park with a small fishing lake & a nature trail, plus baseball, volleyball & a dog run.
Washington Rock State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,548 reviews
This former lookout point during the American Revolution offers dramatic views & picnic areas.
Mt Tammany Red Dot Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,431 reviews
Challenging but doable hike with a rock-climbing trail up to a summit view of the Delaware River.
Pier C Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,420 reviews
This park with scenic views of NYC features a fishing pier, playground, water play area & promenade.
Old Bridge Waterfront Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,584 reviews
Narrow beach & lawn along Raritan Bay offering fishing piers, a playground & a 1.3-mile trail.
Ringwood State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,394 reviews
Wildlife sanctuary with miles of trails for hiking & mountain biking, some of which have NYC views.
Washington Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,133 reviews
Green space with an outdoor amphitheater, skate park, dog park & golf course, plus sports fields.
Wawayanda State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,167 reviews
A lake, woodland hills, mountains & 60+ miles of trails allow for year-round outdoor recreation.
West Hudson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,079 reviews
County facility on 46 acres with various sports facilities, a water park, paths & a fishing lake.
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,006 reviews
Vast park on 3,313 acres with rugged trails & dog-friendly walking paths, a pond, reservoir & views.
Veterans Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,983 reviews
Large park featuring a dog park and a playground as well as an array of sports facilities and trails.
Batsto Village
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,920 reviews
Historic village featuring dozens of restored 19th-century structures, a museum & a nature center
Duke Island Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,932 reviews
Biking, birding & fishing, plus softball & picnics, bring visitors to this 343-acre park & canal.
Hopatcong State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,017 reviews
Park with aquatic recreation options, including boating, swimming & fishing, plus an athletic field.
Hacklebarney State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,873 reviews
1200-acre park hosting a fish-stocked river, hiking-only trails & hunting on 600 acres.
Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,806 reviews
Long, paved riverside cycling & walking path offering dramatic views of the Manhattan skyline.
Monte Irvin Orange Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,920 reviews
Dating from 1900, this park offers hills, lawns & a fishing pond plus sport fields & playground.
Pershing Field Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,774 reviews
Park offering many amenities, including an ice rink, pool, playground & fields & courts for sports.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,551 reviews
Historic park including a restored Revolutionary War battlefield, trails & a visitor center.
Johnson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,575 reviews
Historic village, picnic grounds & sport courts on 473 acres with paths & 2 ponds.
Sourland Mountain Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,529 reviews
Rugged terrain for moderate hikes, mountain biking, birding & horseback riding in a nature preserve.
Thompson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,523 reviews
Sprawling public park containing a stocked lake for fishing, an animal haven & sports facilities.
Goffle Brook Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,481 reviews
This scenic green space offers sports fields, a playground & picnic areas, plus a pond & dog park.
Nomahegan Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,433 reviews
Besides Rahway River & Nomahegan Lake, this park offers scenic trails, sports fields & a playground.
Donaldson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,433 reviews
90-acre riverfront park provides sports fields & courts, picnic groves, a dog park & 2 playgrounds.
Horseshoe Lake Recreation Complex
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,402 reviews
Recreation complex featuring a lake with fishing & swimming, a playground, sports facilities & more.
Hartshorne Woods Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,336 reviews
Forested park home to WWII-era bunkers, popular for 14 miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Richard W. DeKorte Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,385 reviews
Estuary park with walking paths plus an environmental center & observatory access on select days.
Central Park of Morris County
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,279 reviews
Multi-use area with in-line skating, a dog park, ballfields, a playground & trails with views.
Maxwell Place Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,250 reviews
Compact green space on the Hudson River with a waterfront walkway & beach area, plus a playground.
Gloucester Township Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,254 reviews
Large park with playgrounds and a baseball field as well as areas for hiking and mountain biking.
Belleville Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,265 reviews
Leafy park designed by the Olmsteds with a playground, bocce courts, ball fields & a jogging path.
Milton A. Votee Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,259 reviews
Recreational oasis offering wooded walking trails, a playground, sports courts & a duck pond.
Pyramid Mountain
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,153 reviews
1,500+ acres of county-owned forests, streams & trails, with a 150-ton boulder perched at the top.
Papaianni Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,226 reviews
City park with a small lake, tennis courts, basketball & lawns that host community festivals.
John Russell Wheeler Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,163 reviews
This community park includes a pool, playground, skate park, snack bar, sports fields & picnic area.
Van Vorst Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,160 reviews
Historic public square with playgrounds, dog runs & community gardens hosting a farmer's market.
Oak Ridge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,127 reviews
Serene scenic park offering bicycle & fitness trails plus a public archery range with lessons.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,135 reviews
Playground, lake, pond and skate-park-centered park featuring baseball, tennis and basketball courts, plus volley ball, plus a jogging trail, along with ducks and swans.
Hedden Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,106 reviews
Park provides picnic areas, riverside paths, a 6-acre lake, trout streams, trails & a playground.
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,095 reviews
Forested hiking trails lead to streams, meadows & a pond, with wildlife sightings & a playground.
Palmyra Cove Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,143 reviews
250-acre riverfront park features ponds, trails & scenic viewpoints, plus an environmental center.
Corson's Inlet State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,080 reviews
Oceanfront natural area offering activities such as hiking, fishing, crabbing & boating.
Ponderosa Farm Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,091 reviews
Modest park featuring playgrounds & a sprinkler area, plus open green spaces & restrooms.
Historic Smithville Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,039 reviews
Scenic park with hiking paths, picnic tables and a butterfly garden, plus a floating bridge.
Riverbank Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,104 reviews
Baseball diamond with a grandstand, plus basketball & tennis courts, a track & a playground.
Riverside County Park Joseph Carucci Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,079 reviews
Open space along the Passaic River with a dog park, picnic facilities & sports fields with a track.
Johnson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,036 reviews
Spacious green space with tennis courts and a mini zoo featuring goats, deer, sheep, birds, and horses.
Buccleuch Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,030 reviews
Pastoral, 78-acre park showcasing the stately Buccleuch Mansion plus fields, a trail & more.
Sayreville Kennedy Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,004 reviews
Paved walking trails and playgrounds, plus courts for tennis, volleyball and basketball.
William Warren Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 998 reviews
Large public park complex with multiple playing fields & courts, playgrounds, picnic groves & more.
Loantaka Brook Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 973 reviews
Scenic park offering 8 miles of trails, picnic areas, athletic fields & green space.
Cadwalader Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,042 reviews
Expansive, serene park showcasing grassy lawns, winding paths, trees & other features.
Rancocas State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 994 reviews
Forest lands with trails for hiking, running & cycling, plus a nature center with outdoor programs.
Hemlock Falls
4.6 ★★★★★ 972 reviews
Park with kid-friendly hiking trails, tree markings, and a waterfall.
G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve (formerly known as Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve)
4.7 ★★★★★ 939 reviews
A peaceful 120-acre nature preserve surrounding a lake known for fishing, hiking & birdwatching.
Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission
4.6 ★★★★★ 957 reviews
Cliffside park featuring scenic vistas, a visitor center & reconstructed Revolutionary War camp.
The Deserted Village
4.5 ★★★★★ 932 reviews
Peaceful wilderness dotted with barns and deserted homes along walking paths.
Edgemont Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 884 reviews
A WWI memorial stands on an island in a pond in the middle of this community park.
Mill Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 920 reviews
This 14-acre park offers nature trails, playgrounds, a pavilion & picnic tables.
Rosedale Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 880 reviews
Park provides large grassy areas, a lake for fishing & trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
Pennington Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 876 reviews
Park with nature trails, playgrounds, picnic facilities, a community garden & off-leash dog areas.
Pennington Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 929 reviews
This park along the Passaic River offers a baseball diamond & soccer field.
Fords Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 865 reviews
Large multi-use park with areas for street hockey, basketball & tennis, plus a playground & pond.
Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 844 reviews
Park on the Arthur Kill tidal strait featuring picnic facilities, play structures & a walking path.
John F. Kennedy Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 791 reviews
Waterfront setting with a playground, boat launch & fishing, plus picnic areas, restrooms & benches.
Appalachian Trail Boardwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 769 reviews
Scenic boardwalk trails for scenic hikes through a swampy area, plus a suspension bridge.
Stephens State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 795 reviews
805-acre park offering camping, 6 miles of trails, freshwater fishing in a stocked river & hunting.
Mindowaskin Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 773 reviews
A new & clean park featuring a playground, a lake, a pond & a gazebo.
Lewis Morris Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 764 reviews
County park featuring miles of trails, picnic areas, sports fields & a sandy beach on Sunrise Lake.
Maurice River Bluffs Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 701 reviews
5 mi. of forested trails with picnic spots, river views & a bird blind on 535 protected acres.
Grace Lord Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 723 reviews
Park featuring waterfalls, a playground and picnic tables, plus a waterfall.
Henry Hudson Trail / Popamora Point
4.7 ★★★★★ 695 reviews
Beach, paved trail popular for walking and biking, with views of the NYC skyline.
Washington Valley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 720 reviews
Expansive historic area featuring 18th- & 19th-century farmhouses & buildings, plus nature trails.
Tourne Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 688 reviews
Park spanning nearly 550 acres, offering views, an entrance dating from 1759 & wildflower trails.
Silas Condict County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 685 reviews
Park named for a Revolutionary War patriot, featuring a lake, paddle boats & an event venue.
South Mountain - Fairy Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 681 reviews
Family-friendly path dotted with tiny, handcrafted homes for fairies.
Proprietors Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 706 reviews
Recreational spot by the river featuring a waterfront walkway and a playground.
Taylor Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 687 reviews
Recreational area featuring playgrounds and walking paths; plus a pond for ducks.
Landis Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 705 reviews
Playground and ball fields at a sprawling park that also hosts festivals and community events.
Plainsboro Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 644 reviews
A variety of trails, a visitor center & gift shop are offered at this lakefront nature preserve.
Sourland Mountain Hiking Trail Hillsborough
4.7 ★★★★★ 641 reviews
Park featuring boulder formations as well as hiking trails, a few of which are easy and a few of which are steep.
Norvin Green State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 636 reviews
Bird & wildlife sanctuary with trail system for hiking & scenic views, plus boating & fishing.
Veterans Field Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 632 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring playgrounds, plus basketball and soccer fields.
Newton Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 648 reviews
Pet-friendly neighborhood park with open fields & running/walking trails around a lake.
Constitution Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 646 reviews
Home to the Veteran's Monument, this park features softball fields, a bocce ball court & a track.
Spring Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 619 reviews
Public park offering tennis and basketball courts, a playground, and walking paths.
Schooley's Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 584 reviews
Large park with a lake, floating bridge, horse trails & sports fields, plus fishing & ice-skating.
South Cape May Meadows Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 571 reviews
200-acre coastal birdwatching sanctuary featuring trails through beaches, wetlands & dunes.
Long Bridge Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 593 reviews
115-acre park offering access to nature trails & boardwalks, 2 play structures & picnic shelters.
Bradley Cove
4.6 ★★★★★ 588 reviews
Relaxed sand stretch welcoming dogs during specific evening hours for swimming and socialization.
Speedwell Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 600 reviews
Green space with a playground & an open field, plus a waterfall & fishing lake with a walking trail.
Smith Field Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 584 reviews
League sports (soccer, football, softball) keep this public park active, as do courts & playgrounds.
Verona Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 547 reviews
Lakeside facility featuring a playground, picnic areas and tennis courts, plus paddle boats.
Mills Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 557 reviews
156-acre park offers a range of walking trails on preserved land, native wildlife & scenic outlooks.
J. A. McFaul Environmental Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 551 reviews
Wildlife sanctuary with a pond, animal shelters, garden trails, picnic sites & nature exhibits.
Gille Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 540 reviews
Clean dog-friendly park featuring a playground, baseball fields, basketball courts, skate park and tennis courts.
Etra Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 561 reviews
Lake and playground area featuring basketball court, baseball diamonds and a soccer field.
Connolly Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 538 reviews
Community park offering a playground, a gazebo & separate fenced areas for large & small dogs.
High Mountain Park Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 537 reviews
Scenic trails for hiking & mountain biking plus skyline views of Newark & Manhattan from the summit.
Riverwood Park Recreation
4.5 ★★★★★ 532 reviews
Green space with hiking, camping & fishing, plus play areas, basketball courts & soccer fields.
Ann Van Middlesworth Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 508 reviews
Vibrant neighborhood park with ball fields, basketball courts & a skate park, plus a fishing pond.
Samuel Nelkin County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 521 reviews
A 17-acre park around a lake with tennis & baseball courts, footpaths, a playground & pavilion.
Laurel Hill Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 483 reviews
Public park offering a marina, ball fields, tennis and volleyball courts, playgrounds, and a splash pad.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 483 reviews
Playground with picnic tables, a walking path around a lake stocked with trout.
The Celery Farm
4.7 ★★★★★ 469 reviews
A 107-acre wetlands preserve with trails, hosting 53 breeding bird species (with 240 sighted here).
Loantaka Brook Reservation - Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 458 reviews
Park with picnic areas and a playground, plus hiking, and biking trails, and a baseball field.
Mill Creek Point Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 458 reviews
3 acres of green space along the Hackensack River with a boat ramp & wildlife, plus a 43-acre marsh.
Crystal Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 475 reviews
This rustic locale with forests, trails & a lake offers fishing, horseback riding & bird-watching.
Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 455 reviews
Park featuring recreational options from baseball diamonds to shuffleboard courts to playgrounds.
Yanticaw Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 442 reviews
Built in 1911, this park offers baseball fields & bocce courts, plus walking paths & a playground.
Lord Stirling Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 433 reviews
Equestrian operation offering English-style trail rides & lessons plus frequent showcases in a ring.
G. Thomas DiDomenico 16th Street Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 440 reviews
Park featuring basketball courts, playgrounds, baseball fields and a pool.
6 Mile Run
4.7 ★★★★★ 429 reviews
Trails for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running with a public restroom.
North Brunswick Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 422 reviews
105-acre park features athletic fields, a playground, jogging trail, dog park, & butterfly garden.
Riverside Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 424 reviews
Riverside public green space with picnic tables, a pavilion, a boat launch & shade trees.
Unami Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 413 reviews
Park offering sports fields & courts, picnic/BBQ facilities, play structures & multi-use paths.
Tenafly Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 397 reviews
Nonprofit 400-acre nature preserve since 1961, offering a visitor center, guided hikes & bird walks.
Middlesex County Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 388 reviews
Kid-friendly paved greenway (with a bridge) for walking and biking, as well as roller blading and skating.
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 388 reviews
Wildlife habitat known for its diversity of birds with hunting, fishing, trails & learning programs.
Foschini Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 405 reviews
Public park devoted to baseball, offering multiple fields of various sizes, including Little League.
Challenge Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 386 reviews
This 18-acre park features playgrounds, a bike path, picnic areas, sports facilities & a garden.
Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Pond, creek and river views to be had at this clean park that is home to a variety of wildlife and dogs.
Franklin Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Park offering a paved path around a lake for walking, fishing, and picnicking.
Big Brook Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 391 reviews
Area contains a stream, diverse wildlife, trails & archeological areas with fossils & artifacts.
White Oak Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 390 reviews
Large athletic fields featuring baseball and soccer for youth sports, along with basketball courts.
Milton Lake Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 406 reviews
Leafy lake & riverside park allowing fishing, with trails for exercise & biking.
Giant Stairs Palisades
4.8 ★★★★★ 364 reviews
Popular hiking locale featuring trails with cliff views, lizards, and snakes.
Davidson's Mill Pond Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 370 reviews
Set on the site of a former mill, this large wilderness area with a pond offers fishing & trails.
Ramapo Lake Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 369 reviews
Vistas of a lake and ruins dot this leafy hiking destination featuring a mix of easy to challenging trails.
Gunnell Oval
4.6 ★★★★★ 373 reviews
Green space offering baseball fields, soccer fields, a basketball court & a play area.
Maple Grange Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 363 reviews
Relaxed park featuring playgrounds, ball fields, a paved walking trail, picnic spots and basketball courts.
Palisades Interstate Park Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Scenic outdoor experience destination offering hiking trails, picnic areas and lookout points.
Lenape Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 365 reviews
Small county park with a bicycle path, lake & river fishing, nature trails & a model railroad club.
Echo Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 370 reviews
Relaxed park on a small lake featuring a playground, picnic tables and a farmers' market in season.
Swede Run Fields & Dog Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 357 reviews
Public park with 2 fenced areas for dogs of different sizes, plus balls, water fountains, and benches.
Haddon Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 346 reviews
Waterside park featuring walking trails, playgrounds and fishing spots.
Shelter Cove Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 358 reviews
Cozy beach with a playground plus basketball and baseball fields, and lifeguards in summer.
Anderson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 342 reviews
This park was laid out over 100 years ago by the firm of the famous Olmsted brothers.
Baldpate Mountain
4.6 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
Network of trails for hiking and mountain biking featuring varying difficulty, views, and a public restroom.
Cedar Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 336 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring play structures, baseball fields, bocce courts and a farm theme.
Huber Woods Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 329 reviews
Park with 360+ acres of green space, multi-use trails & an environmental center with exhibits.
Volunteers Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 336 reviews
Washington Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 341 reviews
Relaxed, spacious playground and skate park, plus a baseball field and basketball courts.
Hurd Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Scenic park featuring picnic areas and bridges over a stream, plus statues and memorials.
Clayton Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 320 reviews
County park on 422 acres of rolling farmland, offering trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
William Hebrew Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic areas, and facilities for soccer, basketball, tennis, and baseball.
Great Oak Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
Shady space featuring playgrounds, picnic tables and paths, plus a butterfly garden.
Great Piece Meadows
4.4 ★★★★☆ 332 reviews
Scenic nature reserve with open spaces, swampland & hiking & fishing areas.
Hawk Rise Sanctuary
4.4 ★★★★☆ 327 reviews
Quiet wildlife preserve featuring wetlands, trails and boardwalks.
Lindenwold Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 305 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring baseball fields and a playground.
Sunrise Mountain Overlook
4.9 ★★★★★ 292 reviews
Scenic hiking destination and picnic spot with trails and a mountain overlook offering panoramic vistas.
Lurker Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 315 reviews
Community park with sports courts and fields, as well as picnic tables, restrooms, and a playground.
Chestnut Point Manasquan Reservoir
4.8 ★★★★★ 293 reviews
Scenic loop for hiking, biking and fishing alongside the Manasquan Reservoir.
Berdan Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 298 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring a playground with slides and swings for little ones.
Meisel Avenue Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 311 reviews
Public park with facilities for baseball, football, and track and field, plus a picnic area.
Heritage Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 285 reviews
Clean, serene park featuring baseball, soccer, football and basketball fields for playing sports, plus a zip line and an obstacle course.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 293 reviews
Community green space with a playground and a soccer field plus picnic tables.
Wood Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 297 reviews
Public park featuring athletic facilities such as baseball fields and basketball and tennis courts, plus a playground.
Malaga Lake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 307 reviews
Park at the lake's shore, featuring a playground and nature trails.
Oscar E. McClinton Waterfront Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 286 reviews
Children's park featuring a playground and a boardwalk.
Ceres Park Back Lot
4.6 ★★★★★ 285 reviews
Popular park with tree-filled trails, for hiking, mountain biking and dog-walking.
Schmidts Woods Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 291 reviews
Relaxed park featuring a playground, picnic tables and barbecues.
Pennypacker Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Historic site of the first near-complete dinosaur skeleton discovery, with river, ponds & picnics.
Thomas West Park, Westville, Nj
4.5 ★★★★★ 288 reviews
Lakeside park for leisure and sports like basketball, featuring a track and playground.
Booth Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 280 reviews
Park featuring a playground, walking trails, and dog-friendly areas.
Continental Soldiers Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 277 reviews
Clean field featuring a playground for kids as well as sporting grounds.
Patriot Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 268 reviews
Park featuring play areas, volleyball courts and a basketball hoop, plus dog spaces.
Stairway To Heaven
4.8 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Rock-laden trail, featuring steep ascents and scenic views.
Woodland Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 272 reviews
Playground and soccer field at a compact park also featuring a pavilion and picnic areas.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 271 reviews
Clean space with a splash pad and playground, plus shade from trees.
Apshawa Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 276 reviews
Relaxed nature preserve with well maintained walking paths, beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and a reservoir.
Turning Basin Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 268 reviews
Waterside park offering canoeing and kayaking trails, plus a picnic area and a dock.
Freedom Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 266 reviews
Local green space featuring a playground, basketball courts, baseball field and sports fields.
Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 259 reviews
Nature preserve featuring several hiking trails in a picturesque setting with woodlands & a lake.
Thompson Family Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 263 reviews
Multi-sport park with 2 fenced dog parks and 3 tennis courts, plus 2 playgrounds.
Muriel Hepner Nature Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Family-friendly open space featuring a pond with water features, a playground and woods.
Tulip Springs
4.6 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Relaxed recreation area for hiking, picnics, camping and waterfalls.
Menantico Ponds Fish and Wildlife Management Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 266 reviews
A 300-acre nature preserve of freshwater ponds that can be visited by canoe, foot or car.
Locke Ave Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 260 reviews
Park featuring baseball and soccer fields, a playground, basketball court, and picnic areas, plus trails.
Manahasset Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 258 reviews
Clean playground featuring turf-grass fields, plus basketball & tennis courts.
E.H.T. Nature Reserve Smart Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 246 reviews
Lakeside hiking spot featuring multiple trails, benches and a canoe launch.
Back Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Open park featuring baseball fields and multiple playgrounds for kids to enjoy.
Essex County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Kid-friendly park with a playground and a paved trail circling the lake.
Thielke Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 249 reviews
Serene arboretum with a nature walk, ponds, playground and educational signs.
Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 250 reviews
Baseball, softball, soccer & lacrosse fields in an open recreational area, plus jogging trails.
Heavenly Farms Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 248 reviews
Casual park for fireworks and games, plus a disc golf course and trails.
Van Horne Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 246 reviews
A large park featuring baseball fields, a playground and a biking path, as well as basketball courts and picnic tables.
20th Century Field
4.6 ★★★★★ 244 reviews
Relaxed, clean green space featuring multiple playgrounds as well as sports fields.
Allaire State Park Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 235 reviews
Popular, mostly flat park featuring various mountain biking trails as well as running trails.
Johnson Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 245 reviews
Community park with a playground and picnic tables plus soccer and tennis facilities.
Willingboro Lakes County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 232 reviews
Well-maintained park featuring playgrounds and paved trails plus wooded trails for dog-friendly strolls.
Mill Creek Marsh Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
Peaceful park offering a looping trail through a marsh that's popular for birdwatching.
Wolcott Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 243 reviews
Playground, BBQ grills & areas for sports/games such as baseball, tennis, horseshoes & bocce.
Dave Waks Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 229 reviews
Park with grass & turf fields for various sports, plus a playground & area for flying model planes.
Timber Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
This large, woodsy place has trails, pavilions & restrooms, plus a 9-acre enclosed area for dogs.
New Street Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 238 reviews
Well-maintained park featuring a dog park, a playground and sports fields.
Mill Dam Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 248 reviews
Park with a playground (some claim it needs TLC) and basketball courts.
Chimney Rock Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
Relaxed park featuring wooded trails for hiking & biking, along with several softball fields.
Cox Hall Creek WMA
4.7 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
Golf course turned open space, this park features hiking paths and a lake for fishing.
Franklin Parker Preserve — Chatsworth Lake Entrance
4.8 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
Pine barrens preserve, with wetlands, hiking, blueberry and cranberry farms and a bridge.
Rudyk Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 238 reviews
Relaxed park featuring baseball and soccer fields as well as basketball courts, plus a playground.
Leon Smock 80 Acre Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Athletic fields & courts are joined by walking trails & a kids' playground at this sprawling park.
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail - Mapleton Rd
4.7 ★★★★★ 217 reviews
Scenic trail that's good for cycling, bird-watching, fishing, jogging and hiking, as well as dog-walking.
Hershfield Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Park with a track and playground for kids, plus a basketball court.
Evans Pond
4.5 ★★★★★ 222 reviews
Park featuring a playground, baseball fields and a pond, as well as fishing.
Minnisink County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Relaxed, tree-filled park featuring a baseball/softball diamond & wildlife from deer to rabbits.
Polifly Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Park, playground and tennis courts, plus a splash park with water spray features.
Deer Path Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
Park showcasing playgrounds, picnic tables, and trails for walking and hiking.
Community Park North
4.6 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
71-acre park with wooded walking trails, an amphitheater & a pond for fishing & skating.
Soldiers Memorial Field
4.7 ★★★★★ 210 reviews
Suburban park featuring sports fields, baseball games and fireworks, plus a play area.
Hainesport Township Municipal Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Well-maintained park featuring tennis courts, playground equipment and baseball fields.
Saddle River County Park - Dunkerhook Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 207 reviews
Relaxing space featuring trails for walking and biking, plus a waterfall.
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