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.

💬 What Parents Say

  • 🕐Visit on a weekday to enjoy seamless entry (under 10 minutes wait time) and avoid the heavy crowds that make mid-day visits uncomfortable
  • 💡Bring your own grill and use the 800+ picnic tables in shaded groves to save significantly on overpriced food — many visitors take advantage of this option
  • 💡Plan activities strategically as bathrooms occasionally close mid-day due to power issues; use facilities early in your visit
  • 💡The 20-acre lake has designated areas for different heights — Papoose Land for children under 4 feet and Cherokee Corner for those 5 feet or less, making it family-friendly for younger kids
  • 💡Take advantage of the 200-acre grounds and natural attractions like bird and bug spotting around the lake, plus the 18-hole mini golf course for varied activities beyond water rides

Hours

Monday10 AM–5:30 PM
Tuesday10 AM–5:30 PM
Wednesday10 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday10 AM–5:30 PM
Friday10 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday9 AM–6:30 PM
Sunday9 AM–6:30 PM

Tomahawk Lake

★★★★☆ 4 (2046 reviews)
📍 155 Tomahawk Trail, Sparta, NJ 07871
Season
May 23–Aug 2026 (90 days)
Location
Sparta, NJ (1 hour from George Washington Bridge)
Acreage
200 acres
Kiddie Areas
Papoose Land & Cherokee Corner
Group Capacity
50-2000 people catering

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