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Location
Best time
Arrive early or visit on weekdays to minimize crowds—reviewers noted significantly shorter wait times and less congestion during off-peak hours, with entry taking less than 10 minutes
Visitor tip
For young children (ages 4-5), the park offers safe kiddie areas with lifeguard supervision and a beautiful white sand beach for shallow water play, making it ideal for families with small kids
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the 20-acre lake and natural activities beyond water slides—reviewers enjoyed wildlife spotting (birds and bugs) and relaxing on the white sand beach, offering free entertainment alternatives
About Tomahawk Lake
Pedal boats, kids' slides & mini golf. Lakeside picnic spots at a family water park with flume slides, rental boats & a mini-golf course.
Quick Facts
- Slides
- 7 water slides including Apache Plunge (610ft raft ride)
- Season
- May–September (90 days)
- Kiddie Area
- Papoose Land and Cherokee Corner
- Park Size
- 200 acres with 20-acre lake
- Location
- Sparta, NJ (1 hour from George Washington Bridge)
What visitors say
Nice lake with lots of activities but overpriced. It's already expensive when you go in, plus you have to pay extra for some activities. It was very crowded and the food was not good. In the middle of the day, even the bathrooms were…
Great 4-star experience! Visited on a weekday and the entry process was seamless—we waited less than 10 minutes to get in. The grounds are well-kept and it's a perfect spot for a family day out by the water.
Beautiful experience at Tomahawk Lake. This was my second time here and now as mom. My son had a great time looking for birds and bugs then he could splash by the lake with friends. I was on a corporate event so food and drinks was…
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Did You Know?
- Tomahawk Lake features the largest white sand beach in New Jersey
- The park spans 200 acres with a 20-acre lake and offers 800+ picnic tables in a shaded grove, making it exceptionally spacious for group gatherings
- Tomahawk Lake accommodates massive group events, with party packages available for groups of 50-2000 people with catered and non-catered options
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