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    Loantaka Brook Reservation
    Anton K.

    Both a nature reserve and a public park, Loantaka "place of cool water" has three trail heads. The Yellow Trail can be picked up on South Street near the Seaton Stables. There you will find a crushed limestone trail for horses and a macadam trail for bikers, joggers, roller bladders and walkers. There is also a children's playground, softball and soccer field, fitness circuit and picnic area with tables and BBQ grill. The restrooms are modern and clean. The Kitchel Road trail head also has picnic facilities, a pond for fishing and a dam for water overflow. The Blue Trail is in the middle of 5 miles of mature trails while the Red Trail on Loantaka Way is only macadam. Hiking trails can be short or up to 6 miles long. The trails are mostly flat and often completely shaded.. Parking lots are available at each trail head with a water fountain and restroom facilities. The 570 acre park also has cross-country skiing opportunities in the winter. A map of the park can be printed out on-line at the website. In the summer the park offers a Zagster bike share. You can pickup and drop off at anyone of the three trailheads, South Street, Kitchel Road or Loantaka Way. The unlock, ride and drop off program can be accessed on their website. bike.zagster.com/morrismoves.

    One of the couple bathrooms around the path!
    Jessica O.

    Great path with a combination of paved and gravel paths to accommodate all needs for bikers l, walkers and runners. It's a very well maintained path with street markings and mileage on most intersections. Along the path there's benches to enjoy the outdoors, along with restrooms and ball fields. Plenty of parking!

    Rich A.

    Loantaka Brook Reservation is a linear park that stretches from Morris Township to Chatham Township. The park features 9.9 miles of well-maintained paved and unpaved trails meandering through the woods alongside (and over) the Loantaka Brook and the natural gas pipeline easement. The trails, best described as 'easy', accommodate a range of physical activities ranging from a casual stroll, run, or bicycle ride on a paved, blacktop path to cross-country skiing or horseback riding on an unpaved, packed gravel path. All of the trails are mostly flat and ideal for families with young children or those just out for a casual stroll in the woods. The park features four distinct sections -- connected to each other via the paved path -- which can be enjoyed individually or as a whole: (1) the South Street area (adjacent to the Seaton Hackney Stables), with a children's playground, softball diamonds, a picnic shelter with charcoal grill, restroom facilities, and parking for the trailhead; (2) the Kitchell Pond area, with softball diamonds, a picnic shelter with charcoal grill, restroom facilities, a lake for fishing, and parking for the trailhead; (3) the Loantaka Way area, with parking for the trailhead; and (4) the Helen Hartley Jenkins Woods, with the least trafficked section of the paved path winding through the woods to the end of the trail in Chatham Township. The park also features a connection to the 1.2 mile-long loop gravel path in the Giralda Farms Preserve across Woodland Avenue in Chatham Township. There is no fee to use the park or parking lots; picnic shelters and ballfields can be reserved for a nominal fee through the Morris County Park Commission.

    Alba L.

    Nice place to take a walk with my jogging stroller.. Not so good for bike riding narrow paths Off trails not well marked could easily get lost

    View of the stables from the parking lot on south street.
    Lana P.

    The park has 8 miles loop of paved trail that is perfect for biking, running or any other outside activity. It's great for beginner bikers as there are no steep hills, the trail is pretty flat. If you are advanced biker, you can ride off the road by the park. It looks like there are groups of people who get together in the park and then bike on the side of the road together. There are several parking lots on different sides of the park, so it's never a problem to find parking. There are several baseball and soccer fields in the park so you can see people playing at night. The park gets very crowded on weekends especially in the afternoon.

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    Chris L.

    Heavily domesticated nature, Loantaka park and reservation is two parts paved bike trail, one part gravel walking and equestrian path, and one part gas pipeline! On busy days the bikers on the paved path and the dogs roaming off leash make for challenges, on quiet days it's very nice. Also rollerblade and wheelchair friendly, and there are a few benches along the way. Two gazebos are available for rent from the Morris County Parks commission: one at the western end of the park where it meets South Street, and one at the eastern end of the park where it meets Kitchell Road. Also offers bathrooms and a great playground at the South Street end.

    My local bike path
    Paula C.

    I came here to take a long walk with a friend this past Sunday, the trail was busy with children on bikes and scooters and runners with dogs. Even though there were a few baseball games going on and a lot of people out for the day, we were able to find parking almost right away. The path is a wide paved trail ideal for bike riding and strollers. I would not consider the trail to be a hike, at all, but it was certainly nice to get some air and enjoy the nice weather. Next time I come here I would like to explore the rest of the trail on a bike.

    Heart Attack O.

    great local park with plenty of walking and or biking paths plenty of little areas to take in nature and take photos

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    4.5(27 reviews)
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    The Morristown Green is a square located in the heart of Morristown…read more It is the site of the first courthouse (1754) and jail. During the Revolutionary War Torries (those who worked on behalf of the British) were hung in the square. Today, it is a park with statuary, benches, trees, shrubs and seasonal flower displays Last week I visited the park during their annual Christmas lighting displays. This tradition has been going on for over 100 years. Their was a lit 12' Christmas Tree. A Santa's house where pictures could be taken with Santa for $15. A Santa mailbox was present for children can drop off a letter to Santa. During the Christmas festival carolers are in the square, ice sculpture demonstrations are performed and other activities are prepared for children. Most activities take place Friday night, Saturday and Sunday. Street parking by meters is free, as well as, a free parking garage.

    Been to Morristown downtown many times, and it's always nice to see a park right in the middle of…read morethe city. It feels good to take a walk here while being surrounded by the bustle and hustle of downtown life. The last two visits were during Christmas, and this place truly shines during the holiday season. The festive lighting around the park adds a beautiful , feels like festive season, right! They usually have a carol section, but the Meet with Santa event is clearly the most popular--especially with families. The kids' train ride is another big hit and adds to the holiday excitement... There are also a couple of statues and memorials in the park, dedicated to history and local heritage, Overall, it's a great spot to relax, walk around, and soak in the holiday spirit--perfect for families, kids, or even a casual stroll while exploring downtown.

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    4.4(8 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    The Jockey Hollow unit of Morristown National Historical Park is the site of the Continental Army's…read moremain winter encampment. My first stop was the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center. There, I watched the 15 minute film and arranged for a volunteer to take me inside the Wick House. The film described what life was like for the common soldier who wintered at Jockey Hollow during the harshest winter of the War, from December 1779 to June 1780. Huddled in log cabins with rags for clothing and little food, the army hunkered down to wait for Spring. After watching the film and touring the Wick House, I decided to walk the 2.5 mile park loop road. There are 27 miles of hiking trails in the park, but these were all covered with snow and ice on the day of my visit. There were plenty of pedestrians, dog-walkers and cyclists sharing the road with me.

    Most elementary school teachers' lesson plans on the American Revolution emphasize the significance…read moreof the Continental Army's winter encampment at Valley Forge in Pennsylvania during the winter of 1777-1778. Few of them mention the fact that thousands of soldiers from the Continental Army spent the winter of 1776-1777 (following George Washington's iconic crossing of the Delaware River) and the winter of 1779-1780 (which was the harshest winter of the Revolutionary War) in Jockey Hollow -- located just south of downtown Morristown. In March 1933, Morristown National Historical Park -- including the Jockey Hollow encampment -- became the country's first National Historical Park. Jockey Hollow features a small visitor center staffed by knowledgeable park rangers that offers a short film and interpretive exhibits explaining the significance of the site as well as a small gift shop. There are also more than 25 miles of marked hiking trails and a 3-mile paved tour road that offers easy 'drive to' (or, 'walk to') access to the visitor center, Wick Farm, soldiers' huts, and parade grounds. The tour road is very popular with local walkers and runners and the marked hiking trails, which range in difficulty from easy to moderate, are well-blazed and well-represented on the trail maps available on the park's website and along the trails throughout the park. The longest hiking trail is the 6.5 mile white-blazed Grand Loop Trail, which circles the entire Jockey Hollow site and intersects with the Patriots Path trail system that traverses Morris County. Some of the other hiking trails include the 3.0-mile blue-blazed New York Brigade loop trail, which offers a fantastic view of the distant New York City skyline from the top of Mount Kemble, and the 2.25-mile yellow-blazed loop trail, which connects the key historic sites throughout the park. There is no fee for the park and there is plenty of free parking at the visitor center, the soldiers' huts, and the trailheads.

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    Central Park of Morris County - Pavilion

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    4.7(10 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    Central Park of Morris County is located on what was once Greystone Mental Health Facility. After…read moreit was demolished in the early 2000's, it was reconstructed in 2008 as a county park. Today the park is a large athletic complex featuring 2 inline hockey rinks, a 2.5K cross country course. 2 sand vollyball courts, 1 artificial turf softball field, an 18 Hole Disc Golf Course, 4 artificial soccer fields. walking paths through meadows & wooded areas, a kickball field, a playground area designed for 5-12 year olds. The playground area has a lot of different apparatus, rubber ground cover and benches. Fully equiped reatrooms can be found in lot 4. Lastly, the park has a dog park. The dog park has a section for small dogs, 2 sections for large dogs, and short wooded area with a path. The dog park is completely fenced in, well maintained, clean and spacious. There are obstacle courses, as well. The drawback is the grass and dirt areas after wet weather. Additionally, there are no trash containers in the fenced in areas. Bring water for your dog

    This review is for the playground only. Fairly large with lots of options and plenty of equipment…read more Swings, slides, ramps, mechanical spinning toys, tables and benches, climbing apparatus, musical instruments, etc. The ground is nice and soft rubber, and there is ample space for parents and siblings including covered benches to protect from the sun. Add a parent I really appreciated that it wasn't too crowded on a Sunday morning and all of the children there were patient and well behaved. Since it's a bit further away we won't be there daily but will certainly make the 20 minute trip again!

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    Roberts Garden

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    4.5(2 reviews)
    5.5 mi

    This is a beautiful little park. It's the perfect place for a quick stroll if you want to get a bit…read moreof fresh air. The space isn't huge, but it is very well maintained with fresh cut grass, lots of trees and pathways. During autumn there are some wonderful oak and Japanese maple trees, so I'd definitely suggest stopping by when foliage is at its peak. There is also a large map in the center of the park with a numbered guide to all of the trees. It was fun to learn about the wide variety of trees in the park. I haven't lived nearby during summer, so I'm excited to see everything in full bloom. I also think there is a summer concert series here, so that will be really nice. Oh, and this park is also adjacent to the town public library. Grab a book and read it in the park -- what could be better? Love having Roberts Garden so close to home!

    This Historical Garden Wears Many Hats…read more One can not help but notice this large patch of green in the heart of the Morris Plains Community next to the Morris Plains Library. This park was once part of the Roberts estate and was donated to Morris Plains as a permanent green space. Roberts Garden normally serves as a sort of community Arboretum but it also plays host to a number of events in Morris Plains which as of now also includes 3 Poke Stops for Pokemon Go. In the summer Roberts Garden is the venue for the Concerts in the Park every Sunday in July from 6pm - 8pm. These concerts will feature local bands and bring out folks from the community. Music, lawn chairs, picnics, and kids playing through the grounds are a staple of these events. During Halloween it serves as the starting point of the Morris Plains children's trick-or-treating parade. This attracts families from Morris Plains and beyond which results in a sea of adorabeezle trick-or-treaters who will proceed to parade to Simons Park just a few blocks up Mountain Way under the careful watch of the Morris Plains PD. From Simons Park, the kids disperse throughout the surrounding communities for some good old fashioned trick-or-treating. The Morris Plains PD will continue to patrol around to ensure that trick-or-treaters and locals are staying safe while the event is on. My son loved the Halloween Parade so much that he wanted to do it every day for a few weeks after the event. During the snow season you can find young children and their families snow sledding behind the Morris Plains Library after a healthy snow. The hills here are big enough to be fun for smaller children to sled down, but small enough for concerned parents to feel safe about the situation. Try as I might, I could never get enough speed/momentum to get close to hitting one of the big trees at the bottom of the hill. If you come and check out the fun without a sled do not fear, the friendly people of Morris Plains will most likely offer to share some of theirs with you and your little one(s). There are no bathrooms here but that's not unexpected as this is not normally a place where you'll be coming to if you are farm from your (or a friend's) house. If the Morris Plains Library is open you can use the bathroom there. The true gift this park offers is the abundance of green grass, variety of trees, shade, and winding paths that let your stroll through the grounds.

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