It can be tough to find a new place to explore. Should you head north, south, to the shore, to the highlands... where shall you go? Maybe the following random places will help you out!

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Bergen County Zoo

216 Forest Avenue,
Paramus, New Jersey 07652

Paramus, Bergen County, NJ

The Bergen County Zoo exhibits wildlife from North and South America. You have the unique opportunity to view such rare and unusual species as Baird's Tapirs, Andean Condors, American Alligators, Gold...

  • Location

    216 Forest Avenue,
    Paramus, New Jersey 07652
  • Activities

    BirdwatchingWalking
  • Attractions

    Zoo / Aquarium
  • Trails

    TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths
  • Amenities

    BathroomsPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)


Norvin Green State Forest

150 Snake Den Rd,
Ringwood, NJ 07456

Ringwood, Passaic County, NJ

The undisturbed forest and rugged terrain of Norvin Green offers sanctuary for birds and other wildlife. Part of the Wyanokie Wilderness Area, the forest is near Wanaque Reservoir and is home to an ex...

  • Location

    150 Snake Den Rd,
    Ringwood, NJ 07456
  • Activities

    BirdwatchingFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boat
  • Parks & Gardens

    State ForestState ParkScenic Overlook / Waterfalls
  • Trails

    TrailsRugged / RockySome are challengingShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Dirt
  • Amenities

    BathroomsTrailsParking Lot(s)


Richard W. DeKorte Park

1 DeKorte Park,
Lyndhurst, NJ 07032

Lyndhurst, Bergen County, NJ

Featuring 3.5 miles of walking paths, panoramic views and birds galore, this one-square-mile park is the center of New Jersey Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) activities. It is open daily from 8 a.m. to ...

  • Location

    1 DeKorte Park,
    Lyndhurst, NJ 07032
  • Activities

    BirdwatchingFishingJogging / RunningWalking
  • Parks & Gardens

    Park (General)Land PreserveVeterans / MemorialWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls
  • Trails

    TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksGuided / Nature trailWalking Paths
  • Amenities

    BathroomsGardensNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsObservatoryParking Lot(s)


Schalks Meadow Park

Parker Road
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Plainsboro, Middlesex County, NJ

A small park which features athletic fields, playground, tennis courts, basketball.

  • Location

    Parker Road
    Plainsboro, NJ 08536
  • Activities

    Walking
  • Parks & Gardens

    Municiple / City Park
  • Amenities

    Picnic / Sitting Area


Washington Memorial Park

Washington Memorial Park
Dunellen, New Jersey 08812

Dunellen, Middlesex County, NJ

Washington Memorial Park is a small town park in Dunellen, NJ. It contains a gazebo, a few small paths, and looks very inviting for a summertime picnic.