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Playgrounds in Newark, NJ

19 parks with playgrounds in Newark, NJ: 3 with restrooms and 1 with a dog park. On the map, 3 have a drinking fountain, 4 have picnic tables or a shelter and 2 have swings.

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From OpenStreetMap. Hours and rules in Newark are set by the city, so check the signs or the parks website before you go.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many playgrounds are in Newark?

    We list 19 parks with playgrounds in Newark and 8 more within 20 miles.

    Where are the playgrounds in Newark?

    Branch Brook Park, Weequahic Park, Riverbank Park, Riverfront Park, Independence Park and Ivy Hill Park and 13 more.

    Which Newark parks with playgrounds have restrooms?

    Branch Brook Park, Weequahic Park and Riverfront Park.

    Which playgrounds in Newark have drinking water?

    Riverbank Park, Riverfront Park and Independence Park have a drinking fountain on the map.

    Where can you have a picnic near the playgrounds in Newark?

    Branch Brook Park, Riverfront Park, Harrison Riverfront Park and The Ramble have picnic tables, and 3 of them a covered shelter.

    Are there more playgrounds near Newark?

    The closest outside town: Rowley Park in East Orange (2 mi), Columbian Park in East Orange (2 mi) and West Hudson Park in Harrison (2 mi).