by Sheila | Apr 15, 2011 | Boonton, Morris County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds
Editor’s Note: Lara from TwiceBlessedLife commented that she really enjoyed how in Japan they have barriers in front of the swings so that the kids don’t run up to them. Poppy, one of our FB fans, noted that Boonton has this! Thanks to our recent...
by Sheila | Apr 14, 2011 | Chester, Morris County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds
Editor’s Note: So about a year ago, I had attempted a Celebrity Poll for NJ Parks. Although follow-up was pretty scarce, we did get a great recommendation from one of my favorite comedians and author, Jim Breuer, a Chester resident via email. I also was...
by Amy | Apr 5, 2011 | Denville, Morris County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds
Muriel Helpner Park is located Approx 300 Diamond Spring Rd in Denville, NJ Small but fun fenced in playground right next to a very scenic pond with fountain, walking paths, foot bridge and in May/June lily pads in full bloom. The playground has new equipment, some...
by Amy | Mar 17, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Morris Township, Outdoor Playgrounds
Woodland School located on Johnston Drive, Convent Station, in Morris Township. Two playgrounds on one school grounds. Really cool paved area with drawings and lots of games. Newer equipment is in the back of the school. Route 287 to Madison Ave. Turn towards the...
by Amy | Mar 14, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Morris Township, Outdoor Playgrounds
Loantaka Brook Reservation Recreation Area is located approximately on 500 South Street in Morris Township, NJ Description: Diverse park. Wonderful for playdates, picnics, walking, hosting a birthday party, bringing the dog, bike-riding, roller-skating and flying...
by Amy | Mar 14, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Morris Township, Outdoor Playgrounds
Hillcrest School located on 160 Hillcrest Avenue, in Morris Township, NJ. Three playgrounds at one school, good for toddlers on up. Upper field has a full fitness center for older kids and ball fields. Nicely mulched and/or rubber or grass ground cover in all play...
by Amy | Mar 14, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Morris Township, Outdoor Playgrounds
Morris Township Children’s Playground, Knollwood Dr and Khadena Dr, Morris Township, NJ Nicely spread out, shaded, neighborhood park. The equipment is scattered throughout a wooded grove. Grass and mulch ground cover. Great if you have toddlers and kids up to age 12...
by Amy | Mar 14, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Morris Township, Outdoor Playgrounds
Alfred Vail School is located on 125 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Township NJ. Multiple play areas at one school. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. School has a “Play it Safe†campaign underway to raise money for re-building the play areas. Route 287 to...
by Amy | Mar 8, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds, Randolph
Ironia Elementary School is located on 303 Dover Chester Rd, Randolph NJ Some shade and somewhat sparse ground cover. Lots of climbing available and steep slides. Directions From NJ 10 W turn left onto Dover Chester Rd/CR 513 and continue for a little more than 2...
by Amy | Mar 8, 2011 | Morris County Playgrounds, Outdoor Playgrounds, Randolph
Shongum Elementary School is located on 9 Arrow Pl in Randolph, NJ Description Small shady playground in the front of the school, larger equipment around the back of the school. Directions From Route 10W take the jug handle just prior to Littleton Rd/US 202 (Wendy’s...
