Parks Near Me in Franklin, nj
High Point State Park
1480 Route 23 , Sussex, NJ
The view from High Point Monument, at 1,803 feet above sea level, is a spectacular panorama of rich farmland and forest, soft hills and lush valleys in three states. The blue line of the... Read More
Kittatinny Valley State Park
199 Goodale Rd, Andover, NJ
Glacial lakes, limestone outcroppings, former railroads, and a small airport are features of Kittatinny Valley State Park. Lake Aeroflex and Gardner’s Pond form part of the headwaters of the... Read More
Wawayanda State Park
885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ
The quiet charm of Wawayanda appeals to hikers, campers, swimmers and boaters. Forested hills surround Lake Wawayanda creating a restful backdrop for canoeists, boaters and fisherman, while... Read More
Farny State Park
1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ
This forested wilderness connects watershed lands and is crossed by an old logging road. Streams, mixed oak-hardwood forest and swamps comprise the park. Trail entry is through the Farny... Read More
Hopatcong State Park
260 Lakeside Blvd., Landing, NJ
Nine miles in length and covered by 2,500 acres of freshwater, Lake Hopatcong is the focal point of the park. Hopatcong State Park is at the southwest end of the lake and is a popular spot for... Read More
Stokes State Forest
1 Coursen Rd, Branchville, NJ
The breathtaking and panoramic view from Sunrise Mountain along the Appalachian Trail rewards the hiker who has trekked up the steep side of the mountain. The view encompasses the pastoral... Read More
High Point State Park
1480 Route 23, Sussex, NJ
The view from High Point Monument, at 1,803 feet above sea level, is a spectacular panorama of rich farmland and forest, soft hills and lush valleys in three states. The blue line of the... Read More
Swartswood State Park
1091 E Shore Drive, Swartswood, NJ
Welcome to New Jersey’s first state park and historic landmark destination for outdoor recreation and leisure activities. Swartswood was established as New Jersey’s first state park in 1915 to... Read More
Norvin Green State Forest
150 Snake Den Rd, Ringwood, 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... Read More
Turkey Brook Park
30 Flanders Road, Budd Lake, NJ
Situated on 267 picturesque acres of the New Jersey Highlands, Turkey Brook Park offers many upgraded amenities from its 2003 opening.
Six natural grass soccer fields
One... Read More
Stephens State Park
800 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, NJ
The Musconetcong River, an excellent freshwater fishing spot, flows over and around boulders through Stephens State Park. An easy walking, but rocky path follows the river with places for... Read More
Lewis Morris Park
270 Mendham Road, Morristown, NJ
Named for Lewis Morris, the first Governor of the State of New Jersey, this Park was the first to be opened in the Morris County Park System in March, 1958. The original 350 acres have grown to... Read More
Morristown National Historical Park
30 Washington Place, Morristown, NJ
Ringwood State Park
1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ
Facilities & Activities:
Visitors center
Formal gardens
Ringwood Manor
Skylands Manor
Shepherd Lake Rec.... Read More
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ
The old stone walls, furnaces and other remnants of the once industrious ironworking community now sit tranquilly next to the swiftly flowing Wanaque River. The village is undergoing research... Read More
Allamuchy Mountain State Park
The Musconetcong River, with some of the best trout fishing in the state, winds through Allamuchy Mountain State Park. Several miles... Read More
Ramapo Mountain State Forest
1304 Sloatsburg Rd., Ringwood, NJ
This hilly forest is a sanctuary for wildlife. Hikers and mountain bikers enjoy miles of challenging trails. Many trails offer a view of the New York City skyline. Birdwatchers are attracted to... Read More
Hacklebarney State Park
119 Hacklebarney Road, Long Valley, NJ
The freshwater Black River briskly cuts its way through rocky Hacklebarney State Park, cascading around boulders in the hemlock-lined ravine. Two tributaries, Rinehart and Trout Brooks, also... Read More
Paterson Great Falls
72 McBride Avenue , Paterson, NJ
History:
The history of the City of Paterson includes its beginnings as the ambitious project of Hamilton and the Society for Establishing Useful Manufacturers... Read More
