South Jersey Gloucester County, NJ

Gloucester County with kids

24 places, 11 good for a rainy day.

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Playgrounds, parks, story times and rainy-day saves across Gloucester County, picked for families with little ones. Everything here is kept current by local parents and the people who run these places.

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  1. 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
  2. Museums & libraries Edelman Planetarium at Rowan University Glassboro, Gloucester County, NJ Weekend dome shows at Rowan, including a 30-minute Sunday family show for young children at $4 a person. Ages 3–12 $ Indoor Restrooms Food nearby
  3. Indoor play Launch Family Entertainment Deptford Deptford, Gloucester County, NJ An indoor trampoline park with weekend Toddler Time mornings for kids 5 and under and a playground for ages 8 and under. Ages 1–12 $$$ Indoor Restrooms Free parking Food nearby
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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

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