The Waterfront

Upcoming Events at The Waterfront

Jul 1
Jammin' in July: Maplewood Community Band
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...
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Jul 3
Full Body Workout on the Waterfront
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...
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Jul 7
Yoga on the Waterfront
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...
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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.

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What's Happening at The Waterfront

Location
Oakdale Lot, Cherry Lane
West Orange, NJ 07052
Hours
2025 Hours
Weekends 12pm - 6pm

2025 Spring Break Hours
Monday, April 14th from 12pm – 6pm
Friday, April 18th from 12pm – 6pm

- 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
Contact
973-731-5800 x0
info@turtlebackzoo.com

To reserve the Clipper Pavilion Picnic Area, please call (973) 731-5800 ext 221.