The Ramapo Valley County Reservation is a 4,000 acres (16 km2) county park located in Mahwah, New Jersey in Bergen County. The park offers hiking along a mountain brook with a waterfall, fishing in the Ramapo River, Scarlet Oak Pond, MacMillan Reservoir, and tent camping.
Tear Drop Memorial is a 10-story sculpture by Zurab Tsereteli that was given to the United States as an official gift from the Russian government as a memorial to the victims of the September 11 attacks in 2001, and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
The Weehawken Dueling Grounds in Weehawken, NJ, is a historic site overlooking the Hudson River, famous for its connection to the 1804 duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. Though the original dueling site has changed over time, today it is memorialized as Hamilton Park, a peaceful spot that offers remarkable views of the New York City skyline and honors its unique place in American history.
Laurel Hill Park is ideal open space in Hudson County’s portion of the Meadowlands. Tucked behind the remaining rock quarry at Laurel Hill, the park is a landmark for the North Jersey region. Park highlights include its historical significance, natural features, recreational facilities, and water access to the Hackensack River.
Stephen R. Gregg Park in Bayonne, NJ, is a charming and historic park along the Newark Bay waterfront, offering a variety of recreational facilities, green spaces, and beautiful waterfront views. Named after Bayonne native and WWII Medal of Honor recipient Stephen R. Gregg, the park is popular for both leisure and sports activities.
Historic Smithville Park is the centerpiece of the Burlington County Parks System. This 312-acre park features a diverse collection of habitats and terrain. With upland forests and meadows, freshwater streams and wetlands, creek shoreline and the 22-acre Smithville Lake, visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing and picnicking in an idyllic, natural setting.
Cheesequake State Park’s uniqueness lies in its geographical location. Not only is it situated in the middle of the urban north and the suburban south, it lies in a transitional zone between two different ecosystems. Open fields, saltwater and freshwater marshes, an Atlantic white cedar swamp, pine barrens habitats and a northeastern hardwood forest await you.
J. Owen Grundy Park is a park in Jersey City, New Jersey. This park has an area to lay out and star gaze and also a path for individuals to look out across the waters. Riverfront pier facing the NYC skyline features game tables & a pavilion with festivals & shows.
Overpeck County Park, located at 40 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ, spans 811 acres and features diverse recreational facilities. Key amenities include athletic fields, picnic areas, playgrounds, a canoe/kayak launch, and over five miles of trails. The park is divided into several sections, including the Henry Hoebel Area with sports facilities and a dog park, and the South Area housing the Bergen Equestrian Center
Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey, is an iconic park with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. It's one of the most popular green spaces in the region, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational facilities.
The Giant Stairs in the Palisades, located near Closter, NJ, is a popular hiking destination known for its rugged, rocky terrain and scenic views along the Hudson River. This trail is part of the Palisades Interstate Park and is famous for its "Giant Stairs" rock scramble—a challenging, boulder-strewn path that requires careful climbing and balance.
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center in Englewood, NJ, is a 150-acre preserve that provides a peaceful escape into nature with its forests, streams, and wildlife habitats. Established in 1973, it's managed by a nonprofit organization dedicated to environmental education and conservation, making it a great spot for families, school groups, and nature enthusiasts.
The Paterson Great Falls, located in Paterson, New Jersey, is a prominent natural landmark and one of the largest waterfalls in the United States. The falls are part of the Great Falls of the Passaic River, which drops about 77 feet (23 meters). They played a significant role in American industrial history as the driving force behind Paterson's development into one of the nation's first planned industrial cities.
Garret Mountain Reservation, located in both Woodland Park and Paterson, is one of Passaic County’s most frequented parks. The 310 acres of recreational space sits more than 500 feet above sea level, with scenic views of Paterson and the New York City skyline. Lambert Castle and Lambert Tower, two of Passaic County’s historic sites, are also located within Garret Mountain Reservation.
Laurelwood Arboretum is a 30-acre botanically diverse property located in Wayne, New Jersey featuring woodland trails and gardens, wildlife, two ponds, streams and hundreds of varieties of rhododendrons, azaleas and other unusual species of plants and trees. Gravel paths wind and connect through the arboretum, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers, runners, birdwatchers, artists and photographers.
