Mahlon Dickerson Reservation was named for Mahlon Dickerson ((1770-!853),a former New Jersey…read moreGovernor and supreme court Justice, It was designated a reservation in 1960. At 3,494 acres it is the largest park in the Morris county Park System. The park has 24.5 miles of multi-use trails including a blazed bike trail. Horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, bow hunting, tent and RV camping are available. There are hiking trails for all levels. Headley Overlook at 1,280 feet provides a view of Lake Hopatcong. Saffin Pond provides fishing opportunities although no swimming or boating is allowed. Bird watchers often come to observe migratory birds. Beaver inhabit this pond and can often be seen. The park is free with the exception of RV and tent camping which require a permit. For $20 you will get water and electricity (30-50 amp) hookup for your RV. Spots are wide and well separated. The park has clean restrooms and a bear proof garbage system.

I camped in a lean-to at this reservation overnight before the water was turned on for the season…read more The reservation is clean and quiet, just a 45 minute drive from NYC without traffic, and great for beginner hikers. The campgrounds have 4 lean-to's, each with a picnic table and fire ring. Wood is for sale, on the honor system, you drop off your cash in an envelope by where the RV's are (wish they had a box closer!). There is a water source right in this area, and two porta johns. They also have numerous tent platforms, it's an easy straightforward spot. It's almost right next to Weldon Road which runs through the reservation, so you do hear some cars. On the plus side this means you don't have to lug your gear far. I stuck to the Yellow, Blue, and Teal Highland trails. There are some nice overlooks, Headley overlook is perfect for a night hike since it's right by the camp site. I saw some fishers at Saffin Pond. Black bears are all over the Jersey wilderness and they have brochures available right next to the trail map pamphlets explaining how to keep your camp site safe from them, also what to do if you run into one. I didn't see any during my visit but I did see a deer, a beaver dam, a garter snake, a bat that wanted to chill in my lean-to overnight, and a bunch of cute orange newts. Fiddleheads, skunk cabbage, and spring onions were some of the common plant life. Early in the season, over the course of a weekend, I saw maybe five other people- two mountain bikers, two fishermen, and a guy with his dogs on the trail. I had a great time, and if you're new to camping or hiking, or easing yourself back into either having taking a break, this is a great, quiet place to visit. I wouldn't say it's something to come out of your way for.

I would not recommend sending your daughter to Camp Nyoda unless she's been part of the program…read moresince 2nd grade. Most of the campers are legacy (daughters of campers) or have been attending since the early grades. My daughter attended as a rising 6th grader and was not welcomed. The camp counselors were previous campers and promoted inappropriate behavior. They gave one of the girls in their bung (cabin) "honorary counselor" status which exacerbated the situation. From a facilities perspective, the toilets were out of services for a few days so the girls got buckets of water from the lake to flush the toilets. We also paid the additional fee for riding sessions. However, she was asked to clean the stable instead and her sessions were given to legacy campers (the activities are supervised by counselors). After connecting with the owners, they recognized their opportunity areas.

This is the wrong address, Nyoda Girls Camp is located at 136 Cozy Lake Rd,OakRidge, NJ 07438…read more All three of my girls who are women now attended this most remarkable camp. Now my grand-daughter has been there for years and the excitement of going back to Nyoda is just magical. This year 2017 they are celebrating 100 Years and there will be a weekend reunion after this year's camp ends. I am going up with my girls because even though I never attended Nyoda, It is STILL a blessed place for me too because they brought my three girls into womanhood and taught them things I could not teach i.e. Living and liking people you may not even get along with, total inclusion. Being responsible, loving nature, doing chores willingly. And more than anything comradeship.

These guys are great! we just held an event for 80+ river rafters last weekend June 28th 2025 and…read moreeverything went off like clockwork! the staff was so friendly and effieicient (special shout out to Kayla!) for making the day so incredibly special and we'll look forward to doing our 3rd Annual Paddle 4Pride Event with you next year! thank you again for helping us to make some beautiful memories!

The grounds are very clean and the staff is very nice and accommodating. There is a lot of highway…read morenoise unless you are down on the water. There is no staff onsite after the main store closes. This was disappointing since there was nobody there to enforce the noise curfew or the amount of people and cars that show up for one camping site. At least I know that the "strict rules" they list on their site are only a suggestion. I would go back again, but only if my camping party was a rowdy bunch. I could not see this place being too kid friendly when it was busy during the summer months.

I am so so so so so so SO happy I found Tagalongs. This place was a lifesaver this past August…read morewhen I was super pregnant with my second child and I had a toddler who needed to be kept busy during the hottest of days. The only "complaint" I have is that it's not right around the corner from me, otherwise I'd be there every day with my daughter. My 2 year old daughter had a blast at Tagalongs. I would say this is her favorite play place. She is not a physically active child and really prefers to use her imagination so Tagalongs was the perfect place for her. She would run back and forth to all the different shop fronts pretending to be a waitress at the diner, camping in the camper van, fishing from the boat, doing hair at the salon, and even fighting fires on the fire truck. Her favorite place to hang is the Vet Office where she can take care of all the furry friends there. They even have a cool lego wall which kept her occupied for quite some time. Tagalongs also has a physical component to it where kids can climb, slide, and bounce on the trampoline. We were there on weekdays and it was never super crowded. Kids were running all over, but it was never overwhelming. All the kids were having a great time. The play place is immaculate and the staff is very very friendly. You pay their entrance fee and then you can come and go throughout the day. Most play places give you a 2 hour time limit and then you have to leave or pay extra. I love that you can come early, then go out and grab lunch, and then come back in the afternoon. Everything about Tagalongs is perfect! If you have a child who loves to use their imagination, this is the place for them. They will have a great time!

My wife and her friend took the girls to play on Friday 2/11/22 at 4:00pm the place was very empty…read moreand quiet it seems that the lady wanted to close early, she was behind my daughter and her friend picking up every single toy they were playing with telling them we have to clean for the other children were there was no one around. (With an attitude) basically making the girls to pick up the toys and put them away My wife mentioned to her and she lost her mind and started yelling clamming she was doing her job and there were cameras. Hopefully management check the cameras to verify Patty's attitude. Not a good experience as Patty didn't gave my daughter and her friend enjoy the place rushing for and early close. Totally unfriendly finally they left to stop the argument with her. I don't understand how a person with that attitude represents customer service in a children's place.

I would recommend ORMAA to everybody. Sensei Matt is a uniquely engaged business owner. I have…read morenever seen someone so enthusiastic about their job, so involved in the community, so thoughtful and thorough. Three weeks after my daughter started at the dojo, she celebrated her 6th birthday. Not only did Sensei send over a personalized email wishing her a happy birthday, but he also personally delivered her a balloon. In an age where customer service and added value are practically extinct, Sensei Matt stands apart from the rest simply because he genuinely cares. He goes into the public schools regularly and interacts with the kids in a way that really gets them excited to learn. He empowers the kids to do their best by building their character and setting clear, achievable expectations. More than just kicks and punches, the curriculum at ORMAA instills a sense of self-respect and confidence in the kids who attend classes there. Sending your kids to ORMAA is an investment in their character and ultimately their futures.

Was looking for a great karate school for my son and found it in my community…read more Matt and team shows the kids patience Kindness, respect.

Fun time kayaking on the Delaware River with a group of 13! The serenity of the river and nature…read morewas incredible. The water is warm even though it was only 70 ish degreees.

(This was a few months ago so the details could be a bit iffy.)…read more This was a very impromptu trip and everything at Edge of the Woods makes doing that easy. Head to the website, book the date & time you want and you're done. www.watergapadventure.com/river-trips A few things worth noting: They offer multiple trip lengths. The standard 4-, 6- and 10-mile trip (Smithfield to Portland) are all booked generically and then when you get there you tell them what you want to do. All pricing is the same which believe me compared to others companies, that's very different - in a good way. They do offer two other longer trips but those require calls to the main office I assume to assess river conditions; your own competency and shuttle availability. The main office in Delaware Water Gap is very easy to find and there was plenty of parking on a quiet post-Labor Day Monday. You check in, you're handed a laminated map, life jacket and given a brief route explanation and then you're off in the van. One problem arose and it was kind of a PIA but it was worked around. Most companies have different types/sizes/models of kayaks and quite often, will ask you what you prefer. Not here. When we left the office, the guy driving didn't say a word to me until we get to Smithfield Beach to unload. He had a few kayaks pre-loaded in the carrier but definitely did not look at them before we left. One of them had a broken foot pedal that he said couldn't be used, another was very much designed for a smaller individual (i.e. if you're taller and/or taller & larger it ain't happening safely) which only left two tandem models. Using a tandem as a single individual is not the end of the world but especially when the seats are still left in the two person configuration (i.e. one front and one back versus the rear one being placed more towards the middle), it's a PIA to maneuver the craft and you are paddling harder to get the job done compared to a single. The scenery along the route was decent. You could see a bit of the Shawnee Resort and Golf Course, an old stone bridge abutment in the middle of the river, under and along 80 and then when you get into the Water Gap itself with the high cliff sides. Very picturesque. Once you go under the old train viaduct in Portland, you give the office a call for the shuttle to meet you at the out point which is at the Portland Pedestrian Bridge. The whole experience was about four hours door to door to cover the ten miles on the water plus the shuttle to & from the pick up and drop off points. Lots of nice scenery, due to the low water level there wasn't much in the way of current except for the area around viaduqt in Portland and even that wasn't bad. I'm not a big fan of the equipment here but I wouldn't let that deter me from coming back in the future for one of their northern longer trips.

Full transparency, I have limited camping experience, and we booked our stay for Memorial Day…read moreweekend, which is typically a cold and rainy time, so we didn't get the chance to fully enjoy or experience the amenities. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The campsites are well-spaced, and each spot comes with a picnic table. The bathrooms were well-maintained and clean, and the water temperature was warm enough for a comfortable shower. The camp also has a small store with all the essentials, and there's a Walmart and McDonald's nearby for anything you may need beyond that. They keep the area tidy, with clean trash bins and bags provided, and the trash is picked up in the morning. The only downside was the lack of night patrol. There were several loud parties making it difficult to sleep, though I understand this is more of an issue with guests not being considerate. Additionally, the site next to ours had a notably loud snorer, which made things a bit more challenging. Overall, I had a pleasant stay and would recommend Kittatinny K-Camp.

5 Stars to Daniel and Chris for personal touch and finding us 4 working canoes for our group. 1…read morestar is for Kittatinny Canoes cheapness and non-working, very outdated equipment. Pocono/Delaware scenery is definitely 5 stars but it is not KC achievement. We have used KC for the last 20 years every year, and firsthand witnessed how it is going downhill. On the last trip, none of the canoes had working foot rests, which is a must have if you want to row correctly and not break your back. And that is where, Daniel and Chris came to the rescue - they dove into 2 trailers and found us 4 working boats. It is a good thing that it was a mid-week and they were able to provide such personal touch. Just sad when you see a company going downhill like that.

Nice place to go and practice skating. Staff is friendly…read more Bathrooms are . Super dirty and beyond disgusting. Do not use at all.

A little pricy for kids have a good time Skating…read more I highly recommend it for a cold day to be indoor. Bring it snow pants for kids.

My daughter has been going here for about a year and is in the same room where the accusations from…read morethe other user came from. At no point have we been concerned about her well being. The staff is amazingly attentive and is always willing to listen to any concerns we may have. Coming from the mental health field, Children's Safe Stay provides an emotionally intelligent and safe environment for children to not only play but learn as well. Their staff treats these children as their own and ALL interactions I have had with all of them have been nothing but pleasant. We pick our child up every day happy and she is never afraid to go with the teachers upon drop off. We interviewed many other daycares and we are so glad we chose this one.

the staff here truly care about the children. everyday my child is excited to see not just friends…read morebut the teachers as well. they have always keep me well informed on my child's daily schedule and they always have fun activities going on that my child loves being a part of. i would highly recommend this daycare