Location: Sussex, New Jersey Years Active: 1927 – Active Space Farms Zoo isn’t your average animal park. It’s been around since 1927, way back when farmer Ralph Space decided his place needed more than cows. Now it sprawls across Sussex, New Jersey, filled with way more wildlife than you’d expect from a farm. This place…
Location: West Orange, New Jersey Years Active: 1963 – Active Turtle Back Zoo is a real throwback. It’s got the animals, but everything else is delightfully unpredictable. You might catch the lions napping, or get front-row seats to a roaring match. That’s part of the fun. They’ve got the zoo classics – big cats, giraffes,…
Location: Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey Years Active: 1955 – Active Storybook Land… it’s the kind of place that makes you smile, even if some of those storybook scenes are looking a little faded. This New Jersey park has been making kids happy since 1955. Don’t expect mind-blowing thrills – think gentle, old-fashioned fun. Cinderella’s…
Location: Freehold, New Jersey Years Active: 2011 – Active iPlay America where the energy is high and the rules are loose! This place is a blast – think classic boardwalk vibes with a modern, amped-up twist. Expect flashing lights, a buzzing arcade, and rides that might make you question your lunch choices. iPlay America isn’t…
Location: Seaside Heights, New Jersey Years Active: 1932 – Active Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach… it’s the classic Jersey Shore experience. This place has been around forever, and it delivers that old-school boardwalk charm with a side of modern thrills. You’ve got the rides – screaming rollercoasters, the iconic Ferris wheel at sunset… pure nostalgia….
Location: Keansburg, New Jersey Years Active: 1904 – Active Keansburg Amusement Park it’s old-school Jersey Shore fun with a few surprises. This place has been around forever – since 1904! Expect classic rides, that boardwalk vibe, and a whole lot of nostalgia. But here’s the thing: it’s not all perfect. Some rides show their age….
Location: Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey Years Active: 1928 – Active Jenkinson’s Boardwalk… it’s got that classic Jersey Shore vibe, a touch of nostalgia, and a side of questionable food choices you just can’t resist. This place has been around forever – since 1928! They’ve got your standard amusement park rides, perfect for screaming kids…
Location: Clementon, New Jersey Years Active: 1907 – Active Clementon Park & Splash World isn’t trying to impress you with shiny new mega-coasters or fancy food courts. This place is all about no-nonsense, old-school fun with a splash of nostalgia. It’s been around since 1907, and it’s not afraid to let its character shine. Ready…
Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey Years Active: 1997 – Active The Funplex. You’ve heard the hype. But is this New Jersey amusement park actually worth the trip? It depends. They pack a lot onto those 25 acres – a water park, tons of rides (indoors and out), a classic arcade…it can be overwhelming. If you…
Location: West Berlin, New Jersey Years Active: 2014 – Active Diggerland USA is weird. In a good way. It’s a construction-themed amusement park – yeah, you get to drive real diggers and backhoes. Not everyone’s idea of fun, but trust me, it’s a blast. They’ve got all sorts of rides built from heavy machinery. Want…