Morris County Park Commission

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The Park Commission oversees one of the finest park systems in New Jersey. It provides over 20,000 acres of specialized park areas and facilities for recreational, leisure time and educational needs of 4 million annual visitors. Areas under their jurisdiction include the ice skating arena, outdoor education centers, arboretums, golf courses, a marina, swimming-boating areas, trails (including one for the blind), paracourse fitness trails, camping facilities, a living farm, an operating mill, riding stable, as well as concert venues. Offers nature study and horticultural education classes in its education center.

About the Morris County Park Commission

• The largest county park system based on acreage
• Steward to 20,437 acres of parkland
• Includes 38 facilities: historic sites, golf courses, outdoor educational and recreational facilities, arboreta, conservation areas, 253 miles of trails, and ice-skating arena
• More than 4 million patrons visit our parks each year
• Award-winning programs, special events, and activities for all ages
• Staff includes 155 full-time, 36 seasonal and part-time employees
• Hundreds of volunteers contribute more than 2,800 hours annually

Formation of the Morris County Park Commission

• Established in 1956 by voter referendum by authority of NJSA 40:37-95.1 et. Seq.
• Lewis Morris County Park in Morris Township was the first park dedicated in March 1958 with 350 acres
• The second park acquisition was 75 acres now known as James Andrews Memorial Park in Randolph.

The Mission

The Mission of the Morris County Park Commission is to develop and preserve a dynamic and unique system of diverse natural, cultural and historic resources, and to provide innovative education and recreation opportunities of regional value, while exercising environmental and fiscal responsibility.

Vision Statement

The Morris County Park Commission is committed to excellence. The commission provides for a growing and diverse system of regional parks, recreation facilities, trails, historic sites, arboreta and open spaces of county, state and even national significance that: