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Pose with the boulders at NJ's Pyramid Mountain.Photo by Anita Gregorio Marsault
Ultimate NJ Staycation Planner: 50 Top Summer Activities for Kids
Find the best things to do around NJ this summer!
Summer Camps Guide for New Jersey Kids
Find a great summer camp in New Jersey for your child , including nature camps, STEM camps, dance...
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Lake Hopatcong in NJ has reopened for swimming with new social distancing rules in place. Photo by Mommy Poppins
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey for Families in 2020
See which lakes have reopened for swimming in 2020.
Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best.
NJ water parks were cleared to reopen on July 2. Photo courtesy Raging Waters Water Park in Wildwood
NJ Amusement Parks, Water Parks, and Playgrounds Allowed to Reopen
Reopenings are scheduled for just ahead of the July 4th holiday.
Take a relaxing float along the Middle Delaware River with Twin Rivers Tubing.
Best River Tubing and Rafting for New Jersey Families
Big kids will thrill to float along the river in their own tube!
Crystal Springs Family Water Resort is a perfect summer day trip. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids
You don't have to be a member or a resident to cool off at these NJ swimming pools!
Beach day trips near NJ's shore are always popular with kids! Photo courtesy of Wildwoods Tourism
Super-Fun Day Trips in New Jersey for Families
How many NJ spots can you check off of our summer day trips bucket list?
Cool down at the free Watsessing Park Spray Park in East Orange. Photo by Margaret Hargrove
20+ Splash Pads and Spraygrounds Reopening in New Jersey
On a hot day, cool off at one of these sweet splash playgrounds.
The Wildwoods boasts five miles of beautiful, FREE beaches. Photo courtesy of Wildwoods
Free Beaches in New Jersey: No-Cost Family Fun in the Sun
Soak up the sun at NJ's beautiful, budget-friendly beaches by the ocean, lakes, and bays.
Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in New Jersey
Find great playgrounds for your New Jersey kids, nature trails, hiking in our many state parks and...
GUIDE
Meet the giraffes at Six Flags Safari Off-Road Adventure. Photo courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure
The Best NJ Zoos and Aquariums for Animal Encounters with Kids
Treat the kids to an animal adventure at NJ's amazing zoos, aquariums, and preserves.
Photo courtesy of Grounds for Sculpture
Great NJ Gardens and Lush Arboretums To Explore with Kids
We're not known as the Garden State for nothing!
New Jersey Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide
New Jersey is loaded with fun amusement parks all up and down the shore, but inland, too. We've got...
GUIDE
Tony's Place Playground, at Seven Presidents Park in Long Branch, offers inclusive fun for all kids. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey
Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.
Asbury Park blends old-school beachy charm with hipster cool. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Cute New Jersey Beach Towns To Explore with Kids
These quaint, kid-friendly Jersey Shore towns have oodles of beachy charm.
Hop on a motorcycle at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
These 13 theme parks offer plenty of kiddie rides in 2020.
25 Fun Things To Do with Kids in Long Branch, New Jersey
Enjoy beaches, playgrounds, a skate park, FREE entertainment, and plenty of great eats in Long...
This gorgeous, quiet beach will be your family's new favorite spot. Photo courtesy of NJ Dept. of Parks and Forests
Island Beach State Park: A Haven for Nature-Loving Beachgoers
This gorgeous, quiet beach offers Jersey Shore fun minus the crowds.
Grounds for Sculpture, a 42-acre interactive sculpture garden, is fun for kids and grown-ups. Photo courtesy of the garden
30 Super-Fun Summer Day Trips for New Jersey Families
Beaches, boardwalks, parks, nature preserves, and more—get ready for a summer day trip, NJ!
Have water park fun all year long at Sahara Sam's Oasis. Photo courtesy of Sahara Sam's
100 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids Before They Grow Up
From indoor play to awesome parks and beaches, there's tons of incredible stuff to do in NJ.
Oceanfest in Long Branch features tons of children's entertainment, including balloon artists, a magic show, and costumed characters. Photo courtesy of the festival
100+ Free Things To Do with Kids This Summer in New Jersey
From free outdoor movies to festivals and beach parties, enjoy summer fun in NJ without going broke.
The beautiful water and white sand beaches of Long Beach Island keep visitors coming back year after year. Photo courtesy of LBI
Long Beach Island with Kids: Best Things to Eat, See, and Do
Clean, calm beaches plus plenty of family fun make NJ's Long Beach Island a must-visit.
Ocean City is the perfect beach destination for families. Photo by Matt Sackett via Flickr
Ocean City: Family-Friendly Summer Fun on the Jersey Shore
Head down to the "happiest seaside town in America" for a fun family getaway this summer.
Have water park fun all year long at Sahara Sam's Oasis. Photo courtesy of Sahara Sam's
100 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids Before They Grow Up
From indoor play to awesome parks and beaches, there's tons of incredible stuff to do in NJ.
The future Coles Street Park will have an enclosed playground. Rendering via Urban Architecture LLC.
New Playgrounds, Splash Pads, Skate Park Coming to Jersey City in 2020
Lots of new and upgraded outdoor fun is coming to JC!
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Beaches, Parks, and Pools

Cool down at the free Watsessing Park Spray Park in East Orange. Photo by Margaret Hargrove
20+ Splash Pads and Spraygrounds Reopening in New Jersey
On a hot day, cool off at one of these sweet splash playgrounds. READ MORE 
Lake Hopatcong in NJ has reopened for swimming with new social distancing rules in place. Photo by Mommy Poppins
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey for Families in 2020
See which lakes have reopened for swimming in 2020.READ MORE 
Take a relaxing float along the Middle Delaware River with Twin Rivers Tubing.
Best River Tubing and Rafting for New Jersey Families
Big kids will thrill to float along the river in their own tube!READ MORE 
Cool down at the free Watsessing Park Spray Park in East Orange. Photo by Margaret Hargrove
20+ Splash Pads and Spraygrounds Reopening in New Jersey
On a hot day, cool off at one of these sweet splash playgrounds. READ MORE 
Pick a bunch of beautiful sunflowers at Happy Day Farm.
Gorgeous Sunflower Fields and More Pick-Your-Own Flowers in NJ
Pick a bouquet of beautiful blooms this summer at these 11 NJ farms.READ MORE 
Jersey Shore Family Guide
Find your favorite beach, boardwalk, and kid-friendly fun down the Shore.READ MORE 

Summer Activities

Try the Aqua Trike at Pedals and Paddles in Seaside Heights for something new. Photo courtesy the venue
Hit the Water with Paddleboat, Canoe, and Kayak Rentals in New Jersey
Enjoy swan boats, canoe rides, and kayak fun at these NJ spots.READ MORE 
Golf with friends at The Funplex! Photo courtesy the company
Best Mini Golf in New Jersey for Kids and Families
NJ is home to more than 50 mini-golf courses! Here are 25 of our faves.READ MORE 
Tony's Place Playground, at Seven Presidents Park in Long Branch, offers inclusive fun for all kids. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey
Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.READ MORE 
Young pirates can search for treasure aboard the Sea Gypsy on the Metedeconk River. Photo courtesy of the Jersey Shore Pirates
13 Exciting Boat Rides for Families in New Jersey
Find adventure on the high and low seas of New Jersey with family boat rides, tours, and cruises!READ MORE 
GUIDE
Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in New Jersey
Find great playgrounds for your New Jersey kids, nature trails, hiking in our many state parks and...READ MORE 
High Point State Park provides a family-friendly atmosphere, with hiking, fishing, boating, and lake swimming during the summer. Photo courtesy of the High Point State Park, Division of Parks and Forestry
Best Family Campgrounds in New Jersey
Experience the great outdoors as a family at one of these 12 great campgrounds.READ MORE 

Day Trip and Travel Ideas

Lake Hopatcong in NJ has reopened for swimming with new social distancing rules in place. Photo by Mommy Poppins
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey for Families in 2020
See which lakes have reopened for swimming in 2020.READ MORE 
GUIDE
Guide to Family Day Trips in New Jersey
New Jersey has tons to offer, from museums to beaches, state parks to cute main streets. We help...READ MORE 
Splash at Pirate's Cove, a kiddie water park at Land of Make Believe in NJ.
Top Water Parks for New Jersey Kids and Families
More than a dozen NJ water parks have reopened for summer 2020.READ MORE 
Hop on a motorcycle at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
These 13 theme parks offer plenty of kiddie rides in 2020.READ MORE 
Meet the giraffes at Six Flags Safari Off-Road Adventure. Photo courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure
The Best NJ Zoos and Aquariums for Animal Encounters with Kids
Treat the kids to an animal adventure at NJ's amazing zoos, aquariums, and preserves.READ MORE 
Crystal Springs Family Water Resort is a perfect summer day trip. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids
You don't have to be a member or a resident to cool off at these NJ swimming pools!READ MORE 

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Zip Lines and Adventure Ropes Courses for Kids in and Around NJ
Soar through the treetops and test your climbing skills at these 12 NJ-area adventure courses. READ MORE 
Hit the Water with Paddleboat, Canoe, and Kayak Rentals in New Jersey
Enjoy swan boats, canoe rides, and kayak fun at these NJ spots.READ MORE 
Lakeside Getaway at Cathedral Pines Campground in Maine
Far, far away (about 26 miles from the Canadian border), you will find an enchanted place anchored...READ MORE 
Best River Tubing and Rafting for New Jersey Families
Big kids will thrill to float along the river in their own tube!READ MORE 
10 East Coast Beach Camping Sites from Florida to Maine
Is there anything better than waking up to the sound of the ocean?READ MORE 
How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider
Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.READ MORE 
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