What to do and see in Morris County, Morris County: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

June 1, 2021 Joeann Galban

Discover the best top things to do in Morris County, United States including Jockey Hollow, The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Mayo Performing Arts Center, Pax Amicus Castle Theatre, The Raptor Trust Center, Loantaka Brook Reservation, Tourne County Park, Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill, Ort Farms.
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1. Jockey Hollow

Morristown National Historical Park 30 Washington Place, Morristown, NJ 07960-6657 +1 973-543-4030 http://www.nps.gov/morr/index.htm
Excellent
57%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 300 reviews

Jockey Hollow

Part of the Morristown National Historical Park, this recreated campsite was home to the Pennsylvnia troops in the winter of 1779-80.

Reviewed By Jimbo4uClinton_NJ - Easton, United States

There is an abundance of history here, as well as some very well maintained hiking trails. Transport yourself to the revolutionary war period and get a feel for what it may have been like for Washington and the patriots that freed us from England. Look at the encampments to see hoe the troops lived Back then! No internet or GPS.

2. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

353 E Hanover Ave Morris Township, Morristown, NJ 07960-4077 +1 973-326-7601 http://www.arboretumfriends.org/
Excellent
58%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 185 reviews

The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

This 127-acre preserve, which surrounds a historic Colonial-Revival mansion and its formal gardens, offers self-guided nature trails with all trees and shrubs labeled as reference.

Reviewed By jeff1809C - Yardley, United States

I discovered this place in 2019 and wanted to go back in the spring, so glad I did! The flowering trees and all the daffodils were beautiful! Definitely a nice place for a walk to quiet place to sit and look at all the beauty.

3. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

Kahdena Rd., Morristown, NJ 07962-1295 +1 973-326-7645 http://www.fieldtrip.com/nj/13267645.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 58 reviews

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

A 19th-century working farm complete with a restored Gothic Revival mansion.

Reviewed By ameliabedelia523 - Newton, United States

We had an amazing time with Pat on this special October tour and learned so much. The house is beautiful inside and out and Pat was a wealth of information. She is so passionate about the home, Victorian mourning traditions, and the stories of the people who lived there. We could have stayed all day and listened to everything she knew!

4. Mayo Performing Arts Center

100 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960-4149 +1 973-539-8008 [email protected] http://www.mayoarts.org/
Excellent
72%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 468 reviews

Mayo Performing Arts Center

Mayo Performing Arts Center is Northern New Jersey's premier performing arts organization. Presenting concerts, dance, jazz, theatre, family shows and more in the heart of downtown Morristown.

Reviewed By Traveler0922 - Berkeley Heights, United States

We go to Mayo 2 or 3 times a year and have always enjoyed the shows. They have a large selection of shows to choose from during the year so there is something that should please everyone. The theater is comfortable with good sound system especially for an older building. Parking is convenient especially if have dinner before a show, you can park next door. There are public lots not far from the theater as well as other lots from which there are shuttles. The last show we saw was Celtic Angels. It was entertaining with 5 women singers with beautiful voices. There was a wonderful fiddle player as well as 5 extradordinary male dancers. Celtic angels similar to Celtic Woman with maybe singing more recent Irish songs intetmixed with some traditional ballads. There was one odd issue is that for a few seconds bright lights from the stage would shine directly into the audience making it difficult to see. Mayo is higher recommended.

5. Pax Amicus Castle Theatre

23 Lake Shore Dr, Budd Lake, NJ 07828-2723 +1 973-691-2100 http://www.paxamicus.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Pax Amicus Castle Theatre

6. The Raptor Trust Center

1390 Whitebridge Rd, Millington, NJ 07946-2044 +1 908-647-2353 http://www.theraptortrust.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 85 reviews

The Raptor Trust Center

The Raptor Trust center is known nationally for rehabilitating wild birds and the conservation of birds of prey. The center is located near the Great Swamp National Wildlife refuge. The Raptor Trust not only provides avian rehabilitation, but also offers educational programs about wildlife. The center is open 365 days a year to receive injured birds. Visitors are welcome to view hawks, eagles, falcons, and owls housed in aviaries on the property. The Phone# is 908-647-2353.

Reviewed By 705virginial - Pittstown, United States

Over the years ,I have brought many birds to the Raptor trust,,..and I totally love this place,,,I recently brought a bird that when I turned him in he was already DOA,,, He had a cranial bleed,,..I love all animals minus a few select spiders,,and I try to save everything,,so needless to say..I was really upset when they told me he was deceased,,nothing would have saved this bird,,he had flown into something and had a bump on his head,,..they do wonderous work..and I appreciate them greatly....I made it a point on this particular trip to learn as much as possible how to care for baby birds if I can;t get to the trust,,a worthwhile trip,,

7. Loantaka Brook Reservation

Loantaka Way, Morristown, NJ 07960 +1 973-326-7600 http://www.morrisparks.net/aspparks/loantakamain.asp
Excellent
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Loantaka Brook Reservation

Reviewed By MitchPhyllis65 - Morristown, United States

COVID-19 has taught me to appreciate our county parks more than ever and I don’t take things for granted like I used too. So as the parks are reopening with restrictions enjoy the beauty you can find within them, practice safe distancing and wear a mask as we do when walking the trails while looking at what nature has to offer.

8. Tourne County Park

98 McCaffrey Ln, Boonton, NJ 07005-8807 http://www.morrisparks.net/index.php/parks/tourne-county-park
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 73 reviews

Tourne County Park

Reviewed By lorenk685

This park holds a special place in my heart. My husband and I would routinely go there when we dated, especially in the fall. Both of our dogs loved walking the Tourne! The Red trail is the longest of the trails, and it intersects with all the other trails. I’ve run into bear on a number of occasions, but since I added a bear bell to my dog/walking stick, I haven’t see any. Black bears are cool to look at, but I rather not bother them. What’s especially nice is the Tourne takes on a new look each season. Extend your walk through Birchwood/Wilcox Park. The Wildflower trail is an easy stroll (no dogs allowed). In spring, summer, and fall, don’t forget your bug spray. Now that we are retired, we walk through the park regularly!

9. Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill

104 State Park Rd., Chester, NJ +1 908-879-6593 http://njcidermill.com/
Excellent
58%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill

Reviewed By Traincreative

The staff was so warm and welcoming, eager to help. I was surprised how beautiful the store was, with all kinds of goodies, desserts, spices, candles, Jams, hot cider etc. makes for a great gift!!! We were hosting our Operation toys for tots and this farm donated 100 cider donuts, people who attended our event raved on how delicious the donuts were. Be sure to visit.

10. Ort Farms

25 Bartley Rd Reopen in March, Long Valley, NJ 07853-3154 +1 908-876-3351 http://www.ortsfarm.com
Excellent
71%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 56 reviews

Ort Farms

Reviewed By vivianpaolal2016 - North Bergen, United States

We had amazing time on our first time at this Sunflower field. It was so beautiful they have a side where you can take pictures and enjoy the beautiful sunflower walk & another side where you can pick your own $2 each steam. Also they have pick your own veggies $6.99 the bag and you pick eggplants, tomatoes & peppers. We were so happy because this farm allowed our Coco Chanel 2 years old Chihuahua to be with us. I highly recommended!

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