Colgate Park At A Glance...
- One of West Orange's longest-serving recreation spaces, with a playground that opened in 1918.
- Two horseshoe pits and a futsal court.
- Sleigh riding is a listed winter feature of the park.
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About Colgate Park
Colgate Park sits at the corner of Cherry Street and Franklin Avenue in West Orange, and it is one of the township's longest-serving recreation facilities. It has a walking path, a kiddie playground, a baseball and softball field with lights, two horseshoe pits and a futsal court. The township also lists a field house and sleigh riding in winter.
The Ginney Duenkel Pool is next to the park. The land was donated to the township by Richard M. Colgate, a Llewellyn Park resident and grandson of the founder of the Colgate Company.
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Activities:
- Playing in the playground
- Walking
Amenities:- Sports / Athletic Fields
- Parking Lot(s)
- Playground
Trails:- Walking Paths
Park Type:- Municipal / City Park
- Park (General)
- Playground
Contact / Location
A Brief History
The playground opened and was dedicated in September 1918 as Washington Playground. Richard M. Colgate, grandson of the Colgate Company's founder and a Llewellyn Park resident, donated the land to the township; the township's page says the donation came from his estate in 1919, and the park still operates under its original charter. The name was changed in the 1930s to honor him; he died on September 17, 1919.
Things to See & Do
Walk the path, take the kids to the playground, pitch a few horseshoes, or play futsal. In winter, sleigh riding is a listed feature, so bring a sled when it snows.
Hours / Season of Operation
Open all year, and closed overnight. Check the township's website for current hours.
Facilities
The township lists a field house, a futsal court, a horseshoe pit, a lit baseball and softball field, a playground and a walking path.
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West Orange, New Jersey 07052