Downtown Jersey City's Parks & Events
Parks & Recreation
Downtown Jersey City is blessed by offering it residents so many parks and opportunities to be outside. Here are some of our favorites.
Downtown Jersey City Parks
One of the things you’ll quickly notice about Downtown Jersey City is how much green space and waterfront access there is. Whether you’re spending time at Liberty State Park, relaxing in Van Vorst Park or Hamilton Park, or simply taking a walk through the neighborhood, there are plenty of places to get outside and enjoy the city.
You’ll also have easy access to miles of waterfront walkways along the Hudson River, with incredible views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. These paths are part of the larger Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, an ongoing project that continues to expand public access to the waterfront throughout the region.
Hamilton Park
8th St. btw McWilliams Pl & West Hamilton Pl
– Dog run (separate small & large areas)
– Basketball courts
– Tennis courts
– Two playgrounds (younger + older kids)
– Large central lawn / passive green space
– Checkers/chess tables
– Gazebo / seating areas
– Seasonal farmers market
– Community event space
Van Vorst Park
Montgomery St. btw Jersey Ave & Barrow St
– Dog run (fenced)
– Two playground areas (toddler + older kids)
– Splash pad / water play area (seasonal)
– Central fountain
– Gazebo
– Chess/checker tables
– Formal gardens / flower beds
– Open lawn / passive space
– Farmers market (seasonal)
Morris Canal Park
Marin Blvd & Grand St (waterfront)
– Open waterfront green space
– Walking / jogging path
– Manhattan skyline views
– Seating benches
– Passive grass area
– Dog-friendly open space (unfenced)
Paulus Hook Park
Washington St. btw Grand St & Dudley St
– Small neighborhood park
– Playground
– Seating / benches
– Shade trees
– Passive green space
– Quiet sitting / reading area
Liberty State Park (edge of Downtown)
1 Audrey Zapp Dr
– Multiple playgrounds
– Miles of walking / biking paths
– Open fields / large lawns
– Picnic areas
– Bike paths
– Views of Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
– Nature trails
– Marina area access
J. Owen Grundy Park (Waterfront Park)
Exchange Pl & Hudson River waterfront
– Waterfront promenade
– Seating areas overlooking Manhattan
– Open plaza space
– Event space
– Walking / strolling paths
– Access to ferry terminals nearby
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