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Location
Best time
Visit on weekdays to avoid crowds - reviews mention the complex gets very crowded on weekends, especially around the ice rink and zoo areas
Visitor tip
Plan a full day - this complex has mini golf, ice skating ($9 adults, $4 skates), paddle boats, zip lining, Turtleback Zoo, hiking trails, and waterfront areas. Excellent value for families
Quick Facts
- Location Type
- outdoor
- Themes
- Safari/Africa
What visitors say
Recreation area is nice. There is an approximate 2 mile walk around the lake. At this time (covid-19), masks are requested too. When we went, there was a police man asking where people's masks were, if they did not have them There are…
Just had a very pleasant walk around the waterfront. I did notice that the pond needs cleaning. There were a lot of trash floating on the water and frankly felt terrible because it is such a nice park and we saw a lot of wildlife in the…
SMRC has something for everyone of all ages and interests. Food, zoo, minigolf, zipline & ropes course, peddle-boats, playgrounds, hiking, jogging... or simply relaxing waterside with good company or a good book ! Sunrise or sunset…
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Did You Know?
- Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex is part of a comprehensive recreational hub that includes mini golf, a zoo, ice skating rink, zip lining, paddle boats, and hiking trails all in one location
- The mini golf course features a Safari/Africa theme and is independently operated rather than part of a franchise
- The complex offers a 2-mile walking path around a lake with scenic waterfront views and wildlife including bullfrogs, turtles, duck families, and fish
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