The Waterfront

**The Fishing Derby at the South Mountain Recreation Complex has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 18th**

Upcoming Events at The Waterfront

Jul 6
Yoga on the Waterfront
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane

Join Essex County in celebrating National Park and Recreation Month with free wellness activities at the Waterfront in th...
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Jul 7
Jammin' in July: Chatham Community Band
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane

Spend your summer evenings by the water with free live music at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex. As pa...
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Jul 9
Full Body Workout on the Waterfront
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Clipper Pavilion, Cherry Lane

Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month with Essex County at the Waterfront in the Essex County South Mountain Recre...
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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
2026 Paddle Boat Hours
Saturdays & Sundays: 12pm-7pm

- All boaters MUST wear life jackets at all times.
- All boaters between 2-12 years of age MUST be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older in their boat.
- Children under 2 years old and pets are not permitted on paddle boats/dock.
- Pets are not permitted.
- Boater must remain seated at all times.
- Bumping & reckless operation of boats are prohibited.
- Food and beverages are not allowed on paddle boats/dock.
- Littering or pollution the waterway in strictly prohibited.
- No fishing equipment, including nets, are allowed on boats.

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.