County Park Systems near New Jersey

Gull Island County Park & Conservation Area

Manasquan, Monmouth County, NJ

Gull Island County Park & Conservation Area is a great place to launch your kayak, have a picnic, or go fishing.

• Location

  419 Broadway
  Point Pleasant, New Jersey 08742

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boat

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Car Top Boat Launch OnlyPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Hartshorne Woods County Park

Middletown, Monmouth County, NJ

Hartshorne Woods County Park offers great biking, hiking, jogging, and views of the ocean and NYC

• Location

  Middletown, New Jersey 07748

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain Biking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksHistoric AreaScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsRugged / RockyShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Hemlock Falls

Short Hills, Essex County, NJ

The 25 foot Hemlock Falls are found within the South Mountain Reservation (Essex County). Leaving from the Summit F...

• Location

  South Mountain Reservation, Essex County

• Activities

  HikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Rugged / RockyWalking PathsShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Picnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Henry Hudson Trail

Leonardo, Monmouth County, NJ

This paved, 10-foot wide, 24-mile long trail is a former railroad right-of-way. It is relatively flat, traveling t...

• Location

  Western and Northern Monmouth County

• Activities

  BirdwatchingJogging / RunningMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksRail To Trail

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksRail To TrailWater Trails (kayak / boat)Shade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Crushed rockSurface Type: DirtSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Hibernia Mine Railroad Bridge

Raritan, Somerset County, NJ

Built in 1879 for the Hibernia Mine Railroad, and used as a railroad bridge for fifteen years, the structure has no...

Historic Longstreet Farm

Holmdel, Monmouth County, NJ

The sights, sounds, and smells of rural Monmouth County in the 1890s have been re-created on nine acres at Historic...

• Location

  44 Longstreet Road
  Holmdel, NJ 07733

• Activities

  Walking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksHistoric Area

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  Trails

  Amenities

Historic Smithville Park and Smiths Woods

Mount Holly, Burlington County, NJ

This 312-acre park features a diverse collection of habitats and terrain. With upland forests and meadows, freshwat...

• Location

  803 Smithville Rd,
  Mt Holly, NJ 08060

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingHikingJogging / RunningPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Trails

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsBoat LaunchGardensPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Historic Speedwell

Morristown, Morris County, NJ

Historic Speedwell is located in Morristown, NJ. When you visit Speedwell, you will experience life during the earl...

• Location

  333 Speedwell Ave
  Morristown, NJ 07960-9384

• Activities

  Walking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Historic Area

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Howell Living History Farm

Hopewell, Mercer County, NJ

Howell Farm allows any visitor an opportunity to step back in farming history while learning common farming practic...

• Location

  70 Wooden's Lane
  Lambertville, New Jersey 08530

• Activities

  Walking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Historic Area

  Parks & Gardens

• Farming

  Corn MazeHay Rides

  Farming

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Huber Woods Environmental Center & Reptile House

Rumson, Monmouth County, NJ

Located in Middletown Township, New Jersey, the Huber Woods Environmental Center & Reptile House offers visitors an...

• Location

  25 Browns Dock Road,
  Middletown Township, New Jersey 07760

• Activities

  BirdwatchingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Huber Woods Park

Middletown, Monmouth County, NJ

Huber Woods Park offers miles or trails built for biking and hiking, and offer scenic views of the surrounding area

• Location

  25 Brown's Dock Road
  Middletown Twp., New Jersey 07760

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsRugged / RockySurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrails

  Amenities

Hunterdon County Arboretum

Lebanon, Hunterdon County, NJ

Throughout the Arboretum, you will see a variety of trees, shrubs, and annuals and perennials, including both nativ...

• Location

  1020 New Jersey 31,
  Lebanon, New Jersey 08833

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksGardens / ArboretumPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyGuided / Nature trailWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsGardensPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Jakes Branch Nature Center

Beachwood, Ocean County, NJ

The Jakes Branch Nature Center highlights the beauty, history and natural surroundings of the Pine Barrens through ...

• Location

  1100 Double Trouble Road,
  Beachwood, New Jersey 08722

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

James A. McFaul Environmental Center

Wyckoff, New Jersey 07481

This 81-acre wildlife sanctuary in Wyckoff is a fantastic spot for a gentle family outing or a quiet nature walk...

• Location

  150 Crescent Avenue,
  Wyckoff, NJ 07481

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingWalking

  Activities

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyElv Change: Mainly FlatBoardwalksGuided / Nature trailWalking PathsShade/Cover: Ample ShadeShade/Cover: VariedShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Crushed rockSurface Type: Dirt

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsGardensNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

John F. Gaffney Green Tree Golf Course

Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, NJ

Green Tree Golf Course is a regulation 18 hole, par 72, 5600 yard course that is a challenge to the experienced as ...

• Location

  1030 Somers Point-Mays Landing Road (Rt. 559),
  Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey 08234

• Attractions

  Golf

  Attractions

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Sports Plus

  Golf

  Sports Plus

• Amenities

  BathroomsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Lake Lenape Park East

Hamilton, Atlantic County, NJ

This park is located on the eastern side of Lake Lenape and offers the most scenic views of the lake. Renovations h...

• Location

  753 Park Road,
  Mays Landing, New Jersey 08330

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Trails

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsVolleyball CourtsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Lake Lenape Park West

Mays Landing, Atlantic County, NJ

This park is located on the western side of Lake Lenape (note that some land on the eastern side and the entire lak...

• Location

  6303 Old Harding Highway,
  Hamilton Township, New Jersey 08330

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking PathsSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsBoat LaunchPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Leeds' Point Natural Area

Galloway, Atlantic County, NJ

This is located in Galloway Township, and accessed through Leeds Point Road, off of Route 9 in Oceanville. It is a ...

• Location

  Leeds Point Rd
  Galloway, New Jersey 08205

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWalking PathsShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Trails

  Amenities

Leonard J. Buck Garden

Far Hills, Somerset County, NJ

Leonard J. Buck Garden is one of the premier rock gardens in the eastern United States consisting of a series of al...

• Location

  11 Layton Road
  Far Hills, New Jersey 07931

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Gardens / ArboretumScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksWalking PathsShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsGardensNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Lewis Morris County Park

Morristown, Morris County, NJ

Lewis Morris CP includes a lake recreation area, Parcourse Exercise Circuit, three ballfields, a group camping area...

• Location

  270 Mendham Road,
  Morristown, NJ 07960

• Activities

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

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksDog ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsFitness Trail Some are challengingShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsBeachBoat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyDog Park / Dog AreaPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities