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  1. Farms & zoos Cape May County Park & Zoo Cape May Court House, Cape May County, NJ Free county zoo inside a large county park with free parking, open daily except Christmas. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  2. Parks & trails Cape May Point State Park Cape May Point, Cape May County, NJ Free state park at the tip of NJ with flat nature trails, a beach and the Cape May Lighthouse. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  3. Farms & zoos Cohanzick Zoo Bridgeton, Cumberland County, NJ Free small zoo inside Bridgeton City Park, fully stroller accessible with free parking. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  4. Farms & zoos Cowtown Rodeo Pilesgrove, Salem County, NJ A long-running Saturday night rodeo from Memorial Day weekend through September; kids 0 to 2 get in free. Ages 3–12 $$ Outdoor Restrooms Free parking Food nearby
  5. Farms & zoos Duffield's Farm Market Washington Township, Gloucester County, NJ A year-round farm market with farm animals, Story Time on the Farm, and apple and pumpkin picking in season. All ages $ Indoor & outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  6. Farms & zoos Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (Wildlife Drive) Galloway, Atlantic County, NJ Eight-mile drive-through refuge where kids spot herons, ospreys and turtles from the car seat for $4 per car. All ages $ Outdoor Restrooms
  7. Parks & trails Fort Mott State Park Pennsville, Salem County, NJ A free riverside state park with an old fort to explore, a picnic area with playground equipment and a seasonal ferry. All ages Free Outdoor Free parking
  8. Arboretums & gardens Hedge Field Farms Bridgeton, Cumberland County, NJ Fall farm with a corn maze, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, sunflower picking and pony rides. Ages 1–12 $$ Outdoor Food nearby
  9. Parks & trails Historic Smithville Park Eastampton, Burlington County, NJ Large county park with a playground, restrooms, trails and a floating walkway over Smithville Lake. All ages Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking Shade
  10. Parks & trails Historic Smithville and Village Greene Galloway, Atlantic County, NJ Lakeside shopping village with a $3 train ride, carousel, paddle boats and ducks to feed. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  11. Playgrounds Jake's Place at John Adler Memorial Park (Challenge Grove) Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ All-inclusive playground built so kids of every ability, including wheelchair users, can play side by side. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking Shade
  12. Farms & zoos Johnson's Corner Farm Medford, Burlington County, NJ Farm with the Discovery Barnyard play areas, animals to feed, splash pads, hayrides and seasonal picking. Ages 1–12 $$ Outdoor Food nearby
  13. Playgrounds Laurel Acres Park Mount Laurel, Burlington County, NJ Three playgrounds on a paved loop, plus a fishing lake, big sledding hill and picnic pavilions. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  14. Museums & libraries Lucy the Elephant Margate, Atlantic County, NJ Climb inside a six-story wooden elephant on the Margate beachfront; grounds and gift shop are free. All ages $ Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly Fenced in
  15. Playgrounds Marlton Recreation Park Pilesgrove, Salem County, NJ A 62-acre Pilesgrove park with three playgrounds, restrooms, pavilions and a paved walking track. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  16. Indoor play Morey's Piers and Beachfront Waterparks Wildwood, Cape May County, NJ Three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks, including Raging Waters, on the Wildwood boardwalk. Ages 2–12 $$$ Outdoor Stroller friendly Food nearby
  17. Pools & splash pads Ocean City Boardwalk and Beaches Ocean City, Cape May County, NJ Family beach town with a long boardwalk; beach tags needed only for ages 12 and up. All ages $ Outdoor Stroller friendly Food nearby
  18. Parks & trails Parvin State Park Pittsgrove, Salem County, NJ A state park with lakes, wooded trails and playgrounds by the picnic and beach areas; the beach is open in summer. All ages Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking
  19. Arboretums & gardens Rancocas Nature Center Westampton, Burlington County, NJ About three miles of easy trails, gardens and a small nature museum with live native reptiles. Ages 2–12 $ Indoor & outdoor Free parking Shade
  20. Parks & trails Red Bank Battlefield Park National Park, Gloucester County, NJ A Revolutionary War battlefield on the Delaware River with play structures, picnic areas, trails and restrooms. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  21. Playgrounds Riverview Beach Park Pennsville, Salem County, NJ Pennsville's riverfront park with a playground, restrooms, a pavilion and easy paved paths along the Delaware. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  22. Pools & splash pads Sahara Sam's Water Park Berlin, Camden County, NJ Indoor water park kept at 84 degrees for year-round splashing, plus an outdoor water park in summer. Ages 1–12 $$$ Indoor & outdoor Restrooms
  23. Pools & splash pads Splash Park at Bridgeton City Park Bridgeton, Cumberland County, NJ 7,500-square-foot splash park with fountains and water wheels, next to the free zoo. Ages 1–10 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  24. Farms & zoos Springdale Farms Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ Family farm market in Cherry Hill with pumpkin-picking hayrides in fall; open daily 8 AM to 6 PM. All ages $ Outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  25. Indoor play Storybook Land Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, NJ Nursery-rhyme theme park with gentle rides built for toddlers and preschoolers, plus a holiday light show. Ages 1–9 $$$ Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Fenced in
  26. Indoor play The Funplex Mount Laurel Mount Laurel, Burlington County, NJ Big family fun center with indoor rides, bowling and an arcade, plus outdoor rides and a water park in season. Ages 2–12 $$ Indoor & outdoor Restrooms Free parking Food nearby
  27. Museums & libraries The Wetlands Institute Stone Harbor, Cape May County, NJ Hands-on salt marsh education center with touch tank presentations, open year round. Ages 1–12 $$ Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms
  28. Parks & trails Washington Lake Park Washington Township, Gloucester County, NJ A 330-acre township park with three ADA playgrounds, paved trails, a fishing lake, an amphitheater and restrooms. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  29. Museums & libraries WheatonArts and Cultural Center Millville, Cumberland County, NJ Watch live glassblowing, explore the Museum of American Glass and picnic by the pond; kids 5 and under free. Ages 2–12 $$ Indoor & outdoor
  30. Playgrounds William G. Rohrer Children's Playground at Cooper River Park Pennsauken, Camden County, NJ Big lakeside playground in Cooper River Park with first-come pavilions and miles of flat bike paths nearby. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  31. Museums & libraries Absecon Lighthouse Atlantic City, Atlantic County, NJ New Jersey's tallest lighthouse with 228 steps, a small museum and keeper's house; kids under 4 climb free. Ages 3–12 $ Indoor & outdoor
  32. Parks & trails Amico Island Park Delran, Burlington County, NJ Walk-in island park on the Delaware River with trails, fishing and river views. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking
  33. Parks & trails Atlantic City Boardwalk Atlantic City, Atlantic County, NJ Flat, stroller-friendly oceanfront boardwalk with free beach access, snacks and people-watching. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Food nearby
  34. Parks & trails Atlantic County Park at Estell Manor Mays Landing, Atlantic County, NJ Huge free county park with a nature center, boardwalk swamp trail and picnic areas near Mays Landing. All ages Free Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  35. Arboretums & gardens Barclay Farmstead Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ Historic 32-acre farmstead with nature trails and garden plots; free for kids 12 and under. Ages 2–12 $ Indoor & outdoor
  36. Museums & libraries Battleship New Jersey Camden, Camden County, NJ Museum ship on the Camden Waterfront with a Small Sailors Tour designed for kids under 12. Ages 4–12 $$ Indoor & outdoor
  37. Museums & libraries Bayshore Center at Bivalve Port Norris, Cumberland County, NJ Delaware Bay Museum with hands-on oyster history exhibits and home port of the schooner A.J. Meerwald. Ages 3–12 $ Indoor & outdoor Food nearby
  38. Arboretums & gardens Beach Plum Farm West Cape May, Cape May County, NJ Working farm in West Cape May with gardens, trails and farm animals to visit; grounds free to roam. All ages Free Outdoor Food nearby
  39. Parks & trails Berlin Park Berlin, Camden County, NJ Large county park on the Great Egg Harbor River with two playgrounds, picnic groves and 5 miles of nature trails. All ages Free Outdoor
  40. Parks & trails Birch Grove Park Northfield, Atlantic County, NJ Wooded Northfield park with ponds, trails and a playground area that was recently rebuilt. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Free parking Shade
  41. Playgrounds Bob Meyer Memorial Park (Fort Medford Playground) Medford, Burlington County, NJ Home of the Fort Medford Playground, with a picnic pavilion and a restroom building. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking
  42. Parks & trails Bridgeton City Park Bridgeton, Cumberland County, NJ Large city park around Sunset Lake with the free zoo, a splash park and summer movie nights. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking Shade
  43. Pools & splash pads Brigantine Beach Brigantine, Atlantic County, NJ Wide, quieter family beach north of Atlantic City; kids 11 and under get in free. All ages $ Outdoor
  44. Arboretums & gardens Camden Children's Garden Camden, Camden County, NJ Hands-on children's garden on the Camden Waterfront with themed play gardens, a butterfly house and small rides. Ages 1–10 $ Outdoor
  45. Arboretums & gardens Camden County Environmental Center Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ County nature center with paved and unpaved trails, picnic tables, restrooms and free preschool nature programs. Ages 2–10 Free Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  46. Museums & libraries Cape May Lighthouse Cape May Point, Cape May County, NJ Climb 199 steps for ocean views at the Cape May Lighthouse; best for kids who can handle the stairs. Ages 4–12 $$ Indoor & outdoor Free parking
  47. Parks & trails Ceres Park Wildlife Sanctuary Mantua, Gloucester County, NJ A 52-acre wildlife sanctuary with a mile-long main path and views of Emerald and Cedar Lakes. All ages Free Outdoor Free parking
  48. Playgrounds Chestnut Branch Park Mantua, Gloucester County, NJ A 109-acre Mantua park with a playground, a paved loop, wooded trails and a butterfly garden. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  49. Farms & zoos Coombs Barnyard Elmer, Salem County, NJ A family farm in Elmer with farm animals, a fall pumpkin patch and corn maze, and seasonal public events. Ages 1–12 $$ Outdoor Free parking
  50. Farms & zoos Creamy Acres Farm Mullica Hill, Gloucester County, NJ A dairy farm with fall wagon rides, a kiddie corn maze and farm animals, plus a holiday Night of Lights. Ages 1–12 $$ Outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  51. Parks & trails Croft Farm Cherry Hill, Camden County, NJ Township park with an easy nature trail, pond wildlife platform and Little Free Library next to Jake's Place. All ages Free Outdoor Free parking
  52. Parks & trails Crystal Lake Park Mansfield, Burlington County, NJ 370-acre county park with trails, fishing and a paved stretch of the Delaware River Heritage Trail. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  53. Pools & splash pads Crystal Lake Pool Haddon Township, Camden County, NJ Township pool with a wading pool, splash pool and playground; non-residents can buy a day pass at the gate. All ages $$$ Outdoor Restrooms Fenced in Food nearby
  54. Arboretums & gardens DiMeo Farms Pick-Your-Own Blueberries Hammonton, Atlantic County, NJ Family blueberry farm in Hammonton where kids pick their own berries in June, July and August. Ages 2–12 $ Outdoor
  55. Indoor play Diggerland USA Berlin, Camden County, NJ Construction-themed park where kids ride and operate real diggers, with a summer water park on site. Ages 2–12 $$$ Outdoor
  56. Parks & trails Egg Harbor Township Nature Reserve Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, NJ Former sand mine turned reserve with an easy paved loop around a lake, perfect for strollers. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking Shade
  57. Playgrounds Freedom Park Medford, Burlington County, NJ Medford park with a fully accessible playground, a tot lot, restrooms and picnic pavilions. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  58. Playgrounds Giampietro Memorial Park Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ 52-acre Vineland city park with a playground, tot-lot, 10-acre lake and fitness course. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  59. Playgrounds Haddon Lake Park Playgrounds Haddon Heights, Camden County, NJ Two playgrounds with picnic tables beside Haddon Lake, plus a one-mile walking loop around the water. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly
  60. Playgrounds Hammonton Lake Park Hammonton, Atlantic County, NJ Town park on Hammonton Lake with the rebuilt Palma Memorial Playground, fields and lakeside paths. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking
  61. Museums & libraries Historic Cold Spring Village Lower Township, Cape May County, NJ Open-air living history village of historic buildings, with special event weekends in fall. Ages 2–12 $$ Outdoor Stroller friendly Food nearby
  62. Arboretums & gardens Historic Whitesbog Village Browns Mills, Burlington County, NJ Free historic cranberry and blueberry village in the state forest, open daily from sunrise to sunset. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Free parking
  63. Farms & zoos Indian Acres Tree Farm Medford, Burlington County, NJ Fall pumpkin patch with wagon rides, kid-friendly scarecrow mazes and free playgrounds; Christmas trees in winter. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Food nearby
  64. Playgrounds James G. Atkinson Memorial Park Washington Township, Gloucester County, NJ A 66-acre county park with a playground, restrooms, a fitness trail and a reservable birthday corral. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  65. Playgrounds Lake Lenape Park West Mays Landing, Atlantic County, NJ Lakefront county park with a playground and gazebo on the shore of Lake Lenape in Mays Landing. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Free parking Shade
  66. Parks & trails Long Bridge Park Hainesport, Burlington County, NJ County park with two play areas, boardwalks, trails, fishing and wildlife viewing. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking
  67. Farms & zoos Lots of Love Farm Williamstown, Gloucester County, NJ A rescue farm and petting zoo where kids feed goats, chicks, pigs and more on weekend public hours. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Free parking
  68. Farms & zoos Marine Mammal Stranding Center Sea Life Museum Brigantine, Atlantic County, NJ Free museum with life-size whale and seal replicas, a bone garden and live camera views of rescued seals. Ages 2–12 Free Indoor & outdoor Stroller friendly
  69. Arboretums & gardens Mood's Farm Market Elk Township, Gloucester County, NJ A pick-your-own orchard and market with berries in summer, apples and pumpkins in fall, and a corn maze. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  70. Farms & zoos Muddy Paws Farm Rescue Southampton, Burlington County, NJ Animal rescue farm open Sunday afternoons, with over 100 rescued animals to meet and feed. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor
  71. Arboretums & gardens Nature Center of Cape May Cape May, Cape May County, NJ NJ Audubon center on Cape May Harbor with gardens, a nature trail, bird blind and family programs. Ages 1–12 Free Indoor & outdoor
  72. Playgrounds Newton Lake Park Playgrounds Collingswood, Camden County, NJ Two county playgrounds along Newton Lake, recently renovated, with lakeside paths and picnic spots. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly
  73. Playgrounds Owens Park Williamstown, Gloucester County, NJ A Monroe Township park with a playground, restrooms, pavilions, a walking track and a nature trail. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  74. Playgrounds Pennington Park Delanco, Burlington County, NJ County park with two playgrounds for different ages, restrooms and trails for walking or biking. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  75. Arboretums & gardens Pinelands Preservation Alliance (Bishop Farmstead) Southampton, Burlington County, NJ Historic farmstead with native plant display gardens, a grassland walking trail and a Pinelands visitor center. Ages 2–12 Free Indoor & outdoor Free parking
  76. Indoor play Playland's Castaway Cove Ocean City, Cape May County, NJ Boardwalk amusement park in Ocean City with a kiddie section, small coaster and arcade. Ages 2–12 $$ Outdoor Stroller friendly Food nearby
  77. Farms & zoos Popes' Gardens Waterford, Camden County, NJ Waterford farm with fall hayrides, pick-your-own pumpkins and resident sheep, alpacas, emus and yaks. All ages $ Outdoor
  78. Playgrounds Robert N. Renlund Memorial Park Glassboro, Gloucester County, NJ A Glassboro park with a playground, swings, a Born Learning Trail for little ones, restrooms and a pavilion. Ages 1–8 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  79. Pools & splash pads Roberts Pool Collingswood, Camden County, NJ Collingswood's borough pool with a toddler pool for kids 5 and under; children 2 and under swim free. All ages $$$ Outdoor Fenced in
  80. Arboretums & gardens Saddler's Woods Haddon Township, Camden County, NJ Old-growth forest preserve with short woodland trails, a quiet nature walk for little hikers. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Free parking Shade
  81. Museums & libraries Salem County Historical Society Salem, Salem County, NJ A guided museum tour of historic homes, a log cabin and barn in downtown Salem, Tuesday to Saturday afternoons. Ages 5–12 $ Indoor & outdoor Food nearby
  82. Playgrounds Sandcastle Park Ocean City, Cape May County, NJ Popular Ocean City playground at 34th Street and West Avenue, free and open to all. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Stroller friendly
  83. Parks & trails Scotland Run Park Clayton, Gloucester County, NJ The county's largest park, with an 80-acre lake, canoe and kayak rentals, a nature center and play structures. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Restrooms Free parking
  84. Indoor play Steel Pier Atlantic City, Atlantic County, NJ Classic boardwalk amusement pier with a kiddie ride section, carousel and a giant observation wheel. Ages 2–12 $$ Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Food nearby
  85. Pools & splash pads Stone Harbor Beach Stone Harbor, Cape May County, NJ Quiet, guarded beach in a small borough; tags shared with neighboring Avalon. All ages $ Outdoor
  86. Pools & splash pads Sunnybrook Swim Club Moorestown, Burlington County, NJ Members-only swim club with a baby pool, waterslide, two playgrounds and a snack bar. All ages $$$ Outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  87. Pools & splash pads Sunset Beach Lower Township, Cape May County, NJ Free bayside beach for hunting Cape May diamonds, with a nightly summer flag ceremony at sunset. All ages Free Outdoor Free parking Food nearby
  88. Parks & trails Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Pennsville, Salem County, NJ A free wildlife refuge with short foot trails past a pond, woods and a tidal marsh lookout. Ages 2–12 Free Outdoor Free parking
  89. Playgrounds Swedesboro Lake Park (Lake Narraticon) Swedesboro, Gloucester County, NJ A lakeside park at the end of Park Avenue with two playground sets and room for a walk and fishing. Ages 1–12 Free Outdoor Free parking
  90. Parks & trails Timber Creek Park Gloucester Township, Camden County, NJ Wooded county park with an accessible half-mile walking track, indoor restrooms and covered pavilions. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms Free parking
  91. Playgrounds Ventnor Beach and Bonnie Feldman Memorial Playground Ventnor, Atlantic County, NJ Beachfront playground at Newport Avenue with an accessible restroom and the Ventnor boardwalk alongside. Ages 1–12 $ Outdoor Stroller friendly Restrooms
  92. Parks & trails Wiggins Waterfront Park Camden, Camden County, NJ Riverfront park with a 1.2-mile promenade, marina boats and skyline views, steps from the aquarium. All ages Free Outdoor Stroller friendly
  93. Pools & splash pads Wildwoods Beaches Wildwood, Cape May County, NJ Five miles of wide, free beaches across North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest; no beach tags needed. All ages Free Outdoor Food nearby
  94. Pools & splash pads Willingboro Country Club Pool Willingboro, Burlington County, NJ Township community pool with low daily fees and youth swim lessons for ages 3 to 12. All ages $ Outdoor Free parking
  95. Museums & libraries Woodstown Central Railroad Woodstown, Salem County, NJ A heritage railroad with seasonal family train rides, including Halloween, pumpkin patch and Santa trains. All ages $$$ Indoor & outdoor Restrooms Free parking