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Andreas Park

maurycy — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:05:12 +0000

Andreas Park is part of Hackensack River Greenway that runs thru Teaneck. It features 3.5 miles of trails thru wetlands with wildlife viewing opportunities. Trails run along eastern bank of the Hackensack River. Northern part of the park reaches Historic New Bridge Landing – Revolutionary War site.

Hiking thru Andreas Park’s wetlands you will encounter birds, reptiles and fish. Fishing is permitted with New Jersey fishing license.

Park is open daily dawn till dusk with limited parking area. Trail maps are available in self-serve boxes at several entry points along River Road.

General information

Phone: (201) 836-3644

Location

River Road
Teaneck, NJ

Van Saun County Park – Paramus

maurycy — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:20:58 +0000

This is one of the most visited parks in Bergen County especially if you have kids. Park offers playgrounds for kids of various ages, picknic tables, and features Zoo, carousel, pony and train rides.

For those interested in sports activities, you will find here baseball field, softball field, basketball court, tenis courts, soccer field and bike path.

Fishing is also permitted if you have a valid NJ fishing license.

TIP: If you need quiet time in the park, head over to Walden Pond which in spring is surrounded by blooming trees and features way less people and kids. There is paved road that circles the pond.

Activities

Zoo – Open Year-round (weather permitting) 10:00am to 4:30pm. Fees (Wednesday thru Sunday and Holidays May thru October).

Fee structure:

Bergen residents:		Non-Bergen residents:
Children 2 and under	Free	Children 2 and under	Free
3-14	$1.50	3-14	$2.00
15-61	$2.50	15-61	$4.00
62-over	$1.00	62-over	$2.00
Disabled, Military	$1.00	Disabled, Military	$2.00

Pony rides – Operates April to November (weather permitting) 10:00am to two hours before dusk. Fee is $3.

Train rides – Operates April to December (weather permitting) 10:00am to 4:00pm (Tuesday to Sunday; closed Mondays unless it is a holiday in which case it will be closed on Tuesday). Fee is $1 per person (children under 2 free).

Carousel – Operates April to October (weather permitting) from 10:00am to 5:00pm (closed Tuesdays). Fee is $1 per child.

Location

216 Forest Ave
Paramus, NJ 07652

Ramapo Reservation Area – Mahwah

maurycy — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:18:05 +0000

Ramapo Reservation is located in Mahway and covers 2,145-acre site where you can find pond and scenic waterfall. Fishing is permitted. There is also tent camping site beside the Ramapo River that offers access to the river for canoe and raft owners.

Location

600 Ramapo Valley Rd
Mahwah, NJ 07430

Wood Dale County Park – Woodcliff Lake

maurycy — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:15:26 +0000

Wood Dale County Park is located near Prospect Avenue in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. Park offers picnic area with pavilion, playground, and tennis courts. Fishing is permitted with valid NJ fishing license. Park also has provisions for bicycle riding.

Location

103 Prospect Ave
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677

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Pascack Brook County Park – Westwood

maurycy — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:15:24 +0000

Pascack Brook County Park is located near Emerson Road in Westwood, NJ. Park offers picnic areas (no pavilion), baseball field, softball field, playground, basketball and tennis courts. Fishing is permitted with valid NJ fishing license. Park also has paths for bicycling.

Location

190 Emerson Rd
Westwood, NJ 07675