Outdoor Recreational Facilities: New Jersey

Colonial Park Arboretum/Fragrance and Sensory Garden
East Millstone   732 873-2459
Includes displays of ornamental trees and shrubs as well as the Rudolf W. Van der Goot Rose Garden and the Lilac Garden.
Duke Gardens
Somerville   908 722-3700
11 gardens based on traditional European designs.
Howell Living History Farm
Howell Twp.  609 737-3299
Actual working farm demonstrates agricultural techniques and life from the turn of the century. Farm animals and horse-drawn hayrides.
Pine Creek Miniature Golf
West Amwell  609 466-3803
Two award winning miniature golf courses spread out over acres of beautiful countryside.
Quarry Swimming Club
Hopewell   609 466-0810
Natural spring-fed lake with three diving boards, picnic grove, swimming pool, snack bar, and sand volleyball court. Available for summer camp, swim lessons, company picnics and private parties. Open to the public.
Valley Road Group Picnic Area
Hopewell Twp.  609 989-6536
19 acres for picnics, including a sports complex. Reservations and paid permit required for group picnic area.