First timer.. came searching for this ground and was finally able to find it .. I thought I'll add…read morethis to google for others not to waste time searching for this ground . Cricket pitch was good . Nice bounce and carry . Matted wicket . Outfield was damp and full of grass . It is also kind of a slope on one side .. decent sized ground for adult leagues . Lots and lots of trees outside to give smother players some shade : there was only one restroom close to the field . Parking is a mess though. Road side parking . Overall a good ground for cricket on weekends ..

Watsessing Park is a park that runs alongside Glenwood Ave. It is quite large and somewhat unique…read moreas it's split into two parts. The first part closer to Bloomfield Ave. Is more open field and walking. Within the past few years a new playground, There plenty of benches in this area is closer to Bloomfield ave. Parents bring their kids often, so as soon at that opened it was getting a lot of use. There is a wide-open area for soccer. In the back corner there is a little dog park. On the other part of the park there less open field as there is a little Brook that runs through it. There is a small track, basketball court and a recently built mini water park with fountains that gets a lot of use in the summer. The park is nice for walking through. There aren't a whole lot of benches on the Glenwood ave. part so it isn't the best for people watching but more for a nice stroll. Even on the nicest days it isn't too crowded except for maybe the court and soccer field.

A park I used to frequent often in my youth and even now occasionally if there is an event such as…read morethe Jazz Festival. The park has a neighborhood-like setting with houses and even the aforementioned elementary school across the street compared to some other parks in Essex county that are a bit more removed. The park has a nice mixture of park staples for its size. This includes a basketball, baseball field, tennis courts and open field. The unique part of this park is the community pool, another place I'd frequent, but on my most recent visit it was not open despite being a nice day so hopefully it is still being operated. The park has a few paths for walking but not as extensive as some other parks in Essex county. The park has a nice amount of benches, parking lot along with street parking and a nice MLK memorial as you make your way around the park. Not the biggest park, but a lively and decent one a little off from the growing center of downtown Montclair.

I checked out Nishuane Park a few weekends ago for the Montclair Jazz Festival. It's held here…read moreevery year. I've driven past the park on so many times, but never realized from Harrison Ave just how expansive the park is. If you drive past the fire station on the corner of Harrison and Cedar, you won't see the sprawling passive green, walking paths, baseball field, basketball courts, and playground. Apparently, there's also a public pool (I didn't see that when I visited). So the day of the Jazz Festival, I was surprised that Nishuane was able to contain all festival goers that Saturday. There was even an area in the park where there were a slew of food trucks and vendor stands. It's nice to know that this park serves as the locations for this and other community events. Also, if you like to walk, I'd also recommend checking out the massive mansions on Stonebridge Road, between Sutherland and Llewelyn. Stonebridge is parallel with Harrison Ave. Beautiful, old homes. It's a very family friendly park and a wonderful place to spend your Saturday.

Very cute little playground in our neighborhood. Open from Dawn to Dusk…read more They have a small swing set and small jungle gym. It is perfect for kids1.5-5 ish. Even 5ish might be a bit too old, its mostly for really little kids. We have taken out 18 month old to a few parks, and this was the first time he understood the slide! He got up the jungle gym by himself, and we helped him get down the slide the first time. He then figured it out himself and had an absolute blast for about 10 minutes! I will say that if you do go here, please pick up your trash, little kids come here and touch everything.. My kid picked up a tissue which we were able to catch quick enough... Please throw out your trash. My second issue is that there is no gate at the entrance to the park. You are responsible for your kids at the end of the day, but most parks have some soft of gate that closes, not necessarily locks, to keeps kids contained. They can easily install one here. It really is not a big deal to make sure that your kids don't run out. The ground is soft for kids to fall down on, its that matt material that is super squishy! All in all a wonderful park to bring little kids. They can easily entertain themselves for a half hour or more! Just make sure that they don't pick up anything, or that they do not run out of the park!

If you're looking for a place to play basketball, look no further this is one of the few places…read morearound that has a court. There's a few baseball fields. One of them is used for soccer and there's also a tennis court. I saw some weird court that had some structures on it that I have no idea what it's used for. There's a pavilion and a jungle gym for kids as well. There's a bike trail if you don't mind riding up hill, you will be rewarded on the way down when it's time to leave and get to ride down. There's a trail in the surrounding woods as well. On one side, there's a view into the quarry and on the other side a view of the city. And if you're at the park and we get invaded, no worries there is a tank occupying the high grounds as well.

Nice gated picnic area with swings, playground, and open area. It has electricity, too and a nice…read morecement area to put all the food. Limited parking right next to it but you can walk a bit to get another spot. There is a baseball bark beside it with extra parking too

This park is great. Nice walking paths. Baseball, soccer and basketball courts here. Lots of…read moreparking. Came out early and enjoyed a good long walk. Clean air and the people are nice friendly. Will be back!!

Nice park with a playground, basket ball court, several picnic benches and barbecues, and a covered…read morepavilion for events. There is parking. There's a bathroom that is kept clean. There is a mile long loop path that encircles the park made of recycled tire - comfortable to walk on and well maintained. Off this main trail is a dirt path that leads to Kean University and food (Panera, Chipotle, Coldstone, and more). There's a baseball diamond and a soccer field, also. The bridge that leads to another hiking trail is closed, but you can easily walk around the stream to get to the trail. The hiking trail itself is not well kept the further in you go, mostly rocks and dirt. It gets very narrow and basically leads to a stream and not much else. There are also many ticks so be careful. Gets very busy weekday mornings with people walking the paths, and weekends staring in the afternoon.

Love coming to this park for a walk during my lunch break. It has a bathroom that's open from April…read moreto October and it is kept clean. They also have water stations to refill your water bottle. Overall, this place makes me feel secure and safe to walk around with headphones on.

Great place for kids. This park features a baseball field, lots of running space, and jungle gyms…read morefor all ages. This park has water fountain, bike parking, bathrooms, and trash cans available. I have been here a couple times to run as well as with family to enjoy the kids park. It can get a little crowded during peak hours but besides that it's a great place. Parking is available when you show up, not many cars can fit in the lot. If you ride your bike here the parking is by the jungle gyms. Bathrooms and water fountains are by the parking lot. If you're going for a run you can start by the baseball field and loop around behind the jungle gym. Park has a section of cherry blossoms which is nice too. If you picnic please take your trash with you, it's not a cute look. Enjoy your visit ! I know I did!

Oh heyy, there's a new playground in town…read more It's not the biggest but it's well done and tucked away from the road so as you walk the pathway it feels like you're on an adventure. The theme of this new park is giving wildlife/tree house vibes. They've got some owls perched in a few locations and the kiddos can press a few buttons and hear what a wolf or raccoon sound like. Sign says kids 5+ and I agree.. with the exception of a toddler swing this playground isn't for the little littles. Bonus -- this playground is located right next to a bunch of fields (town website says soccer & softball) which would be good for running and getting that extra energy out.. and also the Preakness Brook, which is lovely on a fall day and fun for exploring. For parking you'll want to find a [street] spot at either end of the park but the playground is located farther down on Oakley Way (path is located about halfway between Graham and Ashwood).

Cedar grove community park, is about 6 acres of awesomeness!!!! Lol the amenities in this park…read moreinclude a public pool with changing areas and diving boards, deep end and kiddie pool. A beautifully landscaped garden and ball field. The baseball field has 2 sets of 60+ person sitting bleachers, well lit night lights and pitchers pen. Plenty of park benches and trash cans for having bday parties. Also Built in BBQ pits. Parking is free and very conveniently accessible with over 120 spots, with RV parking. Public bathrooms are available and opened and cleaned daily. There are 2 massive playgrounds available for all ages. One is located next to the park benches and BBQ puts and the other right behind the ball field. My daughter and I had an amazing time at cedar grove community park. Very clean and safe atmosphere. YES!!!! It's open to the public. Reviews Yelp!!!! David $ Erica.