Outdoor Activities:

Take advantage of the miles of walkways at Jersey City’s Liberty State Park by walking, jogging, biking, or rollerblading. Get fit with the par course that runs along Freedom Way, admire numerous species of birds or set out your picnic blanket and set eyes on the breathtaking views of The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Adventure Trips

Climb aboard the Spirit of New Jersey in Weehawken and enjoy this climate controlled year-round cruising vessel which offers lively music and entertainment, dining and dancing, for lunch, dinner or personalized group events.

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Beaches

New Jersey’s crown jewel remains our 127 miles of coastline, spanning from Sandy Hook to Cape May. Our unmatched beaches boast beautiful barrier islands and bays dotted with majestic lighthouses, fishing villages and scenic views.

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Biking

Situated on nearly 35,000 acres in the town of Hewitt, grab your bike and head to Wawayanda State Park and explore over 60 miles of well-marked trails.

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Birding

Pack your binoculars and check out the beautiful animals that call the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary home. Along the 16-acres of wooded habitat, enjoy a guided tour of the wetlands or a lovely hike through bird habitats at the Meadowlands Environment Center in Lyndhurst.

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Camping

Situated on more than 700 acres in the Ramapo Mountains, Camp Glen Gray in Mahwah is complete with a lake for fishing or boating and hiking trails, while cabins, lean-to’s and tent sites are available to rent for a fun-filled camping experience.

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Fishing

Cast your line into New Jersey’s aquatic wonderlands and marvel at the rainbow trout, bass, pike, sunfish and catfish you’re likely to find at the end of your hook. Released into New Jersey’s rivers and lakes annually, nearly a million fish are waiting to sink their teeth into your bait.

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Gardens

The Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit is a beautiful 2-acre arboretum blossoming with gardens of daffodils, roses, wildflowers and an herb garden, day lily garden, water lily pond and woodland path.

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Golf

With nearly three dozen golf clubs in the area, golfers have long been attracted to New Jersey’s Gateway Region for its superlative, pristine golf courses.

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Parks & Forests

New Jersey’s state and national parks offer exceptional outdoor recreation and natural encounters for the entire family. Overseeing an impressive 39 state parks, 11 forests and 57 historic sites, the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry has succeeded in its mission to preserving these flourishing surroundings.

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Sports & Recreation

For a unique sporting experience, head to the Floyd Hall Ice Arena in Little Falls, a state-of-the-art facility located on the campus of Montclair State University, and features two national hockey league-size ice rinks with seating for approximately 800 people.

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Sports Teams & Venues

If professional sports are your game, the Gateway has every sports fan covered at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, consisting of Giants Stadium, Meadowlands Racetrack and the Izod Center.

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Winter Activities

Richard J. Codey Arena at South Mountain in West Orange and the Dietl Ice Rink in Westwood offer ice skating, hockey time, skate rentals and lessons for every member of your family!

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Featured Destinations The Meadowlands: Meadowlands Environmentsl Center is an outdoor gem in an urban setting. Find: Lodging | Attractions Branch Brook Park: More than 2,000 cherry trees that blossom during April, more than Washington, D.C. Find: Lodging | Attractions Palisades Interstate Park: Park features 30 miles of hiking trails on the Hudson River and the cliff-top Long Path and much more. Find: Lodging | Attractions

Featured Attractions Hackensack River: Activities include fishing, boating, paddling, walking and birding along the river. Find out more >> Rutgers Gardens: The Rutgers Gardens, Rutgers University's beautiful arboretum and Botanical Garden. Find out more >> Reeves-Reed Arboretum: NJ State Botanical Gardens at Skylands Manor Find out more >>