Hunterdon County Parks

06/18/2026

Are you ready for Music Under the Stars?!? Join us for our first event of the season! Just one week from today will take the stage at Deer Path Park. This event is free and open to the public. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit in the field and enjoy the show! Music starts at 7:00 PM! See you there!!!

06/17/2026

Looking for something to do with your younger children? Spend a fun-filled week in nature with your preschooler. Enjoy outdoor exploration, crafts, stories, and hands-on activities together. Caregivers stay with their child, siblings are welcome
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3z22d9a8

06/16/2026

Join us for a trip to this historic reenactment this weekend! You get to enjoy the day, we will do the driving. Sign ups will close soon!! https://tinyurl.com/yckd68af

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by experiencing the annual reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, at Monmouth Battlefield State Park.

Family-friendly activities throughout the weekend will include military encampments, cannon and musket firing demonstrations, children’s musket drills, colonial-era music, a program about Molly Pitcher and a memorial service hosted by the Sons of the American Revolution. The weekend’s featured event, the Battle of Monmouth reenactment, will take place on both days, recreating one of the largest and longest battles of the American Revolutionary War.

The two-day living history event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 20, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 21.

A donation of $15 per vehicle is suggested.

The annual reenactment is made possible through a partnership with the Friends of Monmouth Battlefield State Park, a New Jersey State Parks Officially Recognized Friends Organization.

🔗 Learn more: https://friendsofmonmouth.org/reenactment.html

This year’s event commemorates the 248th anniversary of the battle, with its 250th anniversary coming in 2028.

06/14/2026

Who's making a splash in Hunterdon County?

As paddling season gets underway, keep an eye out for some of the wildlife that calls our local waterways home. Herons, turtles, and even the occasional Bald Eagle can be spotted along the South Branch of the Raritan.

What's the coolest animal you've ever seen while kayaking or canoeing?

06/13/2026

🎶 Music Under The Stars returns to Deer Path Park on June 25!

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends as we kick off another summer of free outdoor concerts. Our opening performance features CountryLive, bringing an evening of country favorites to Deer Path Park.

Concerts begin at 7:00 PM.

There's nothing quite like live music on a summer evening under the open sky.

For the full concert schedule, visit our website. https://tinyurl.com/y7bkj5u6

06/12/2026

☀️ Summer Nature Camp begins June 29!

School may be ending, but the adventures are just beginning. Campers will spend their summer exploring, discovering wildlife, creating nature-inspired crafts, playing games, and making new friends.

From feathered friends to water wonders and wilderness adventures, each week offers a new opportunity to learn and explore outdoors.

Learn more or register here: https://www.ymcarivercrossing.org/camp/flemington-echo-hill-park

06/11/2026

🚣 Explore the South Branch of the Raritan from a new perspective!

Join our Naturalist-Led Paddle on Saturday, June 20, and discover the plants, wildlife, and hidden wonders that make the river such a special place. Whether you're an experienced paddler or looking to try something new, this guided adventure is a great way to connect with nature while enjoying a relaxing trip on the water.

Space is limited, so don't wait to register!

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3kkbf97k

Sometimes the best way to learn about nature is to let the river show you around.

06/08/2026

Join the Parks for a van trip to the reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth on Saturday, June 20! Travel back in time to the 1770s and see two armies preparing to do battle. Continental Army soldiers retrained at Valley Forge will be itching to show off their new skills, while a British-German-Loyalist Army hopes to crush the rebels and restore good government. We will arrive in time explore the camp of about 200 reenactors and watch soldiers clean their muskets while their women prepare what may be their men’s last meal. Some officers may be drilling their men while others plan for the battle and yet others play cards. If someone is accused of cheating, there may be a duel. We will stay for the battle reenactment and have time to explore the visitor center. We will have time to visit the sutlers (vendors that followed the army selling goods to supplement army-issued supplies) and catch the program “Over Here Molly Pitcher.” This program is appropriate for adults and children ages 8 and up. We will meet at Deer Path Park at 10:30 AM and return at 6:00 PM. To learn more and register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/52yzkt73

06/01/2026

Happy June!! We can't believe it's summer already! Camp, concerts, and kayaking, what are you most excited for ??

05/15/2026

Registration is still open for our van trip to Space Farms on Tuesday! Space Farms is a 100-acre zoo and an amazing museum wrapped up in one! It is home to over 500 live wild animals; lions, tigers, and bears oh my. There are nine museum buildings dedicated to antiques showcasing American history, colonial and native American artifacts, antique vehicles, dolls, taxidermized animals, florescent rocks, and much more. Bring your lunch, snacks, and drink or buy lunch at Extreme Pizza, an onsite restaurant. Dress for being both inside and outside. Rain date is Friday, May 22. This daytrip leaves from Deer Path Park at 9:00 AM. To learn more and register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/vapxz7vf.