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Experiences
Family & Kids
Garden pathways, tree collections and bird-watching. Choose a visit suited to your family.
- Cape May · CountyCape May Point State ParkCape May Point State Park in Cape May County offers trails and bird-watching opportunities. NJDEP identifies the 0.5-mile Red Trail as wheelchair accessible; this does not describe every park facility. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, are prohibited on trails, and are prohibited on the beach from April 1 to September 15. The Cape May Lighthouse is operated separately by MAC, with its own admission and access conditions. Check NJDEP’s park information before visiting.
- Somerset · CountyColonial Park Arboretum and GardensThe Arboretum within Colonial Park in Franklin Township, Somerset County, is managed by the Somerset County Park Commission. Families can visit its tree collection, and leashed dogs are permitted in the Arboretum. Visitor parking is at 56 Mettlers Road, lots A and F. This listing covers the Arboretum, not the whole park or its separate gardens. Check the park commission’s website for current visitor rules and notices.
- Passaic · CountyLaurelwood ArboretumLaurelwood Arboretum in Wayne, Passaic County, is a public garden owned by Wayne Township and managed by Friends of Laurelwood. Families can explore its garden pathways. Dogs must stay on the paths, on a leash no longer than 6 feet; please remove their waste. The operator identifies wheelchair-accessible parking, restrooms and Sensory Garden pathways, but some areas of the wider grounds may require assistance. Check the official website for current notices and seasonal facility access before visiting.
Pet-Friendly Adventures
Leashed dogs are permitted in these specific areas. Read each listing’s rules before visiting.
- Somerset · CountyColonial Park Arboretum and GardensThe Arboretum within Colonial Park in Franklin Township, Somerset County, is managed by the Somerset County Park Commission. Families can visit its tree collection, and leashed dogs are permitted in the Arboretum. Visitor parking is at 56 Mettlers Road, lots A and F. This listing covers the Arboretum, not the whole park or its separate gardens. Check the park commission’s website for current visitor rules and notices.
- Passaic · CountyLaurelwood ArboretumLaurelwood Arboretum in Wayne, Passaic County, is a public garden owned by Wayne Township and managed by Friends of Laurelwood. Families can explore its garden pathways. Dogs must stay on the paths, on a leash no longer than 6 feet; please remove their waste. The operator identifies wheelchair-accessible parking, restrooms and Sensory Garden pathways, but some areas of the wider grounds may require assistance. Check the official website for current notices and seasonal facility access before visiting.
Inclusive Experiences
Laurelwood: accessible parking, restrooms and Sensory Garden pathways; wider grounds may require assistance. Cape May Point: the 0.5-mile Red Trail is wheelchair accessible, not every facility.
- Cape May · CountyCape May Point State ParkCape May Point State Park in Cape May County offers trails and bird-watching opportunities. NJDEP identifies the 0.5-mile Red Trail as wheelchair accessible; this does not describe every park facility. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, are prohibited on trails, and are prohibited on the beach from April 1 to September 15. The Cape May Lighthouse is operated separately by MAC, with its own admission and access conditions. Check NJDEP’s park information before visiting.
- Passaic · CountyLaurelwood ArboretumLaurelwood Arboretum in Wayne, Passaic County, is a public garden owned by Wayne Township and managed by Friends of Laurelwood. Families can explore its garden pathways. Dogs must stay on the paths, on a leash no longer than 6 feet; please remove their waste. The operator identifies wheelchair-accessible parking, restrooms and Sensory Garden pathways, but some areas of the wider grounds may require assistance. Check the official website for current notices and seasonal facility access before visiting.
Hidden Gems & Nature Escapes
Explore New Jersey’s parks, forest and preserve listings. Check official access and alerts before visiting.
- Middlesex · CountyCheesequake State ParkNJDEP identifies Cheesequake State Park in Middlesex County. This informational listing covers the park; consult NJDEP for visitor rules and notices.
- Sussex · CountyWawayanda State ParkNJDEP identifies Wawayanda State Park in Sussex County. This is an informational park listing, not a campsite reservation or availability guarantee.
- Salem · CountyFort Mott State ParkFort Mott State Park is on the Delaware River in Pennsville, Salem County. NJDEP describes the former defensive fort and its historical setting.
- Warren · CountyJenny Jump State ForestJenny Jump State Forest is in Warren County along the Jenny Jump Mountain Range. NJDEP describes rolling terrain and rocky outcroppings.
- Gloucester · CountyTall Pines State PreserveTall Pines State Preserve in Gloucester County protects a landscape of meadows, young forests and wetlands on a former golf course. NJDEP describes trails following former cart paths.