Below you find a quick list of destinations within about 15 miles of Essex County Environmental Center. You can browse by activity type, general category (like a park) or rentals/outfitters. If you are looking for information about Essex County Environmental Center, and not about destinations nearby, please click the "Overview" tab above.
Turtle Back Zoo 4.87 miles
Within the zoo you will find all types of animals for your kids to enjoy. From birds of prey, to big cats, to repti...
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Location
560 Northfield Ave
West Orange, New Jersey 07052 -
Activities
Activities
BirdwatchingWalking -
Attractions
Attractions
Zoo / Aquarium -
Amenities
Amenities
BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsPicnic / Sitting Area
Van Vleck House and Gardens 5.87 miles
The Van Vleck House & Gardens originated as a 12-acre private estate more than 140 years ago when Joseph Van Vleck ...
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Location
21 Van Vleck Street
Montclair, NJ 07042 -
Activities
Activities
BirdwatchingWalking -
Parks & Gardens
Parks & Gardens
Gardens / ArboretumPark (General) -
Trails
Trails
TrailsElv Change: Flat / Easy -
Amenities
Amenities
BathroomsGardensPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)
Watchung Reservation 10.26 miles
Mountainside, Union County, NJ
As the largest park in Union County, the 2,000+ acre Watchung Reservation is a massive outdoor playground design...
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Location
452 New Providence Road,
Mountainside, New Jersey 07092 -
Activities
Activities
BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackHikingPlaying in the playgroundWalking -
Parks & Gardens
Parks & Gardens
County ParksPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls -
Trails
Trails
TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyElv Change: Moderate BoardwalksRugged / RockyGuided / Nature trailSome are challengingWalking PathsShade/Cover: Ample ShadeShade/Cover: VariedShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: DirtSurface Type: Paved -
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Amenities
BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)