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South Mountain Reservation

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4.7(7718 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 PM
South Mountain Reservation
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About

Parkland with a zoo & sports arena. Public park on 2,000 acres with a zoo, sports arena, hiking trails, carriage roads & pond-fishing.

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What to bring

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Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Sunscreen, water, and snacks
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

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To avoid crowds at South Mountain Reservation:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

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This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    Cherry Ln, West Orange, NJ 07052
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    Phone
    (973) 268-3500
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    Hours
    Monday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Wednesday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Saturday:8 AM–4:30 PM
    Sunday:8 AM–4:30 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Barbecue grill: Has barbecue grill
  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public restroom: Has public restroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

Parking

  • On-site parking: On-site parking

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