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Darlington County Park
Darlington County Park
Park

Mahwah

Bergen County's popular summer destination with three lakes — two for swimming and one for catch-and-release fishing. Features a splash zone for young children, picnic facilities, hiking trails, court sports, and a playground. The swim season runs late May through Labor Day. A classic summer outing for Bergen County families.
Overpeck County Park
Overpeck County Park
Park

Englewood / Teaneck / Leonia

Bergen County's premier multi-use recreation park spanning 805 acres across five municipalities. Features 5 miles of walking and biking trails, a canoe/kayak launch into Overpeck Creek, a 3,000-seat amphitheater, athletic fields, playgrounds, dog park, picnic areas, and ongoing ecological restoration along the creek corridor.
Palisades Interstate Park (NJ Section)
Palisades Interstate Park (NJ Section)
Park

Fort Lee / Alpine

The dramatic cliffs of the Palisades rise 300–500 feet above the Hudson River. Hike the Long Path along the ridge for stunning Manhattan skyline views, or walk the Shore Trail at river level. Historic and breathtaking.
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
Park

Mahwah

Over 4,000 acres of rugged Ramapo Mountains wilderness with 25+ miles of hiking trails, the scenic Ramapo Lake, and opportunities for fishing and swimming. One of the largest publicly owned natural areas in NJ.
Saddle River County Park
Saddle River County Park
Park

Multiple towns

A linear park stretching 10 miles along the Saddle River through six Bergen County municipalities. Popular for biking, walking, fishing, and picnicking. The paved trail connects Rochelle Park through Paramus, Ridgewood, and beyond.
Van Saun County Park
Van Saun County Park
Park

Paramus

Bergen County's most popular park at 146 acres. Home to the Bergen County Zoo, a working train ride, picnic areas, sports fields, and beautiful walking paths. The zoo features over 300 animals and is free with county resident ID.