Jun
12
Our fishing derbies are an excellent opportunity for children to enjoy the historic Essex County Park System in a different and fun way. You’ll have a great time creating your own ‘big fish’ sto...
The Waterfront
Upcoming Events at The Waterfront
Jul
1
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County celebrates National Parks and Recreation month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in South Mounta...
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County celebrates National Parks and Recreation month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in South Mounta...
Jul
3
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County celebrates National Parks and Recreation month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in South Mounta...
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane
Essex County celebrates National Parks and Recreation month with free weekly activities at the Waterfront in South Mounta...
About
The Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex provides access to the children’s Regatta Playground, the paddle boat launch, a 1.7 mile reservoir walking path, and the Clipper Pavilion picnic area.
What's Happening at The Waterfront
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Location
Oakdale Lot, Cherry Lane
West Orange, NJ 07052
West Orange, NJ 07052
Hours
2025 Hours
Weekends 10am - 7pm
- All boaters must wear life jackets.
- Children under 2 years old and pets are not permitted on paddle boats.
- All boaters 12 years old or younger MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
- Paddle boats will not operate in dangerous weather conditions for the safety of our guests.
Regatta Children's Playground and 1.7 mile reservoir walking path is accessible all year round.
Weekends 10am - 7pm
- All boaters must wear life jackets.
- Children under 2 years old and pets are not permitted on paddle boats.
- All boaters 12 years old or younger MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.
- Paddle boats will not operate in dangerous weather conditions for the safety of our guests.
Regatta Children's Playground and 1.7 mile reservoir walking path is accessible all year round.
Admission
No advanced ticket sales. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets can be purchased at the Boats Hut. Cash and Credit accepted. Price is for 30-minutes on the water.
2 Person Paddle Boat: $17
4 Person Paddle Boat: $21
*2 Person Paddle Boat (Orange Township Resident): $9
*4 Person Paddle Boat (Orange Township Resident): $11
*must show ID
2 Person Paddle Boat: $17
4 Person Paddle Boat: $21
*2 Person Paddle Boat (Orange Township Resident): $9
*4 Person Paddle Boat (Orange Township Resident): $11
*must show ID
Partners
Resources
Contact
973-731-5800 x0
info@turtlebackzoo.com
To reserve the Clipper Pavilion Picnic Area, please call (973) 731-5800 ext 221.
info@turtlebackzoo.com
To reserve the Clipper Pavilion Picnic Area, please call (973) 731-5800 ext 221.