Parks and Natural Areas near New Jersey

Long Pond Ironworks State Park

Ringwood, Passaic County, NJ

Information about Long Pond Ironworks State Park coming soon. Please visit their site for more information.

• Location

  1304 Sloatsburg Rd,
  Ringwood, NJ 07456

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boat

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkHistoric AreaPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsRugged / RockySome are challenging

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Lord Stirling Park

Basking Ridge, Somerset County, NJ

Lord Stirling Park is located in Basking Ridge, NJ, within the western portion of the Great Swamp Basin of the Pass...

• Location

  190 Lord Stirling Road,
  Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)Land PreserveScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksWalking PathsShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsGardensNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Lord Stirling Stable

Basking Ridge, Somerset County, NJ

Lord Stirling Stable (LSS) offers a full complement of riding activities for riders of most ages and abilities. The...

• Location

  256 S. Maple Avenue,
  Basking Ridge, NJ

• Activities

  Equestrian / Horseback

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Parking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Maidenhead Meadows Park

Lawrence, Mercer County, NJ

The 345acre park stretches from I95 to Province Line Road and from the historic Princeton Pike to the Delaware & Ra...

• Location

  100 Meadow Road
  Lawrenceville, New Jersey 08648

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Historic AreaMuniciple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  TrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Manasquan Beach Front Boardwalk

Manasquan, Monmouth County, NJ

This mile-long asphalt boardwalk in Manasquan, NJ is the perfect place for an oceanfront run or stroll. Surround yo...

Manasquan Inlet

Point Pleasant Beach, Ocean County, NJ

Stroll along the boardwalk and jetty while taking a glimpse at shore life. The Manasquan Inlet is a favorite place ...

• Location

  Point Pleasant / Manasquan, New Jersey

• Activities

  Fishing

  Activities

• Amenities

  BathroomsBeachPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Manasquan Reservoir

Howell, Monmouth County, NJ

The reservoir is the pride Monmouth County park system offering many great activities, both through the park system...

• Location

  311 Windeler Road,
  Howell, New Jersey 07731

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Shop/Serv/Rent

  Kayak / Canoe / Rowboat Rentals

  Shop/Serv/Rent

• Trails

  TrailsSurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsBoat LaunchNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center

Howell, Monmouth County, NJ

The Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center is dedicated to providing experiences of learning and discovery relate...

• Location

  331 Georgia Tavern Road
  Howell, New Jersey 07731

• Activities

  BirdwatchingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasySurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrails

  Amenities

Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area (WMA)

Allenwood, Monmouth County, NJ

Located along the Manasquan River, Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area is a haven for wildlife from the heavil...

• Location

  Ramshorn Drive
  Allenwood, New Jersey 08720

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatSkiing / Snowboarding

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWater Trails (kayak / boat)Shade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Marlton Recreation Park

Pilesgrove, Salem County, NJ

Marlton Park is situated on 62 spacious acres in the heart of beautiful Pilesgrove, NJ. The park features 2 pavilio...

• Location

  123 Marlton Rd,
  Pilesgrove, NJ 08098

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Marquand Park

Princeton, Mercer County, NJ

Marquand Park and Arboretum is a 17-acre historic preserve of trees and woodlands that offers a variety of recreati...

• Location

  Lovers Lane,
  Princeton, New Jersey 08540

• Activities

  BirdwatchingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / Easy

  Trails

• Amenities

  GardensPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Maywood Memorial Park

Maywood, Bergen County, NJ

This nice local park in Maywood offers baseball/softball fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, a memorial, a picn...

• Location

  Maywood, New Jersey 07607

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City Park

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Fitness Trail Walking PathsShade/Cover: Some Shade Shade/Cover: VariedSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Memorial Park

Rutherford, Bergen County, NJ

This great local park offers many areas for different types of activities

Memorial Park And Pool

Fair Lawn, Bergen County, NJ

City park offering multiple ball fields, sports courts, an inline skating rink & a seasonal pool.

• Location

  1st St. & Lambert Road,
  Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingJogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsFitness Trail Surface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsWater Rides / AttractionsBathroomsBoat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsPoolParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Mercer County Park

Lawrence, Mercer County, NJ

Mercer County Park offers hiking, walking, blading, boating, playing outside, and more.

• Location

  West Windsor Township
  New Jersey 08550

• Activities

  BirdwatchingDisc Golf / Frisbee GolfEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksDog ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking PathsShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: DirtSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Volleyball CourtsBathroomsBoat LaunchDog Park / Dog AreaDisc / Frisbee Golf CoursePicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Mercer County Park Disc Golf Course

West Windsor, Mercer County, NJ

Information about Mercer County Park DGC coming soon. Please visit their site for more information.

• Location

  Mercer County Park,
  West Windsor Township, New Jersey 08550

• Activities

  Disc Golf / Frisbee Golf

  Activities

• Attractions

  Disc / Frisbee Golf Course

  Attractions

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Sports Plus

  Disc / Frisbee Golf Course

  Sports Plus

• Trails

  Elv Change: Flat / EasyShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Disc / Frisbee Golf CourseParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Mercer Park in Bayonne

Bayonne, Hudson County, NJ

Mercer Park, located in Bayonne, NJ, is a Hudson County park.

• Location

  Bayonne, NJ 07002

• Activities

  Playing in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Metedeconk River

Brick, Ocean County, NJ

The Metedeconk River of southeastern New Jersey flows from its North Branch and its South Branch to their confluenc...

• Location

  Metedeconk River, Ocean County, NJ

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatSwimming

  Activities

• Trails

  TrailsWater Trails (kayak / boat)

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchTrails

  Amenities

Michael Debbi Park

Richland, Atlantic County, NJ

Michael Debbi Park is located on Cedar Avenue in Richland. Michael Debbi Park is our largest park facility offering...

• Location

  315 Cedar Ave,
  Richland, NJ 08350

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Walking PathsSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Michael J. Tighe Park

Freehold, Monmouth County, NJ

Community green space with a playground, seasonal splash pad, skate park & baseball diamonds.

• Location

  65 Georgia Rd,
  Freehold, New Jersey 07728

• Activities

  BirdwatchingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyFitness Trail Walking PathsShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsSkate ParkParking Lot(s)Sprayground / Splashground

  Amenities