New Jersey's state parks are incredible natural wonders we can't get enough of, but it's important to look a little closer to home too. NJ has hundreds of incredible county parks with some big surprises waiting in them, and they're often much more accessible and family-friendly. A perfect example is Overpeck County Park in Bergen County, a massive complex featuring both all-ages entertainment and opportunities for rustic recreation. It's often called the best county park in New Jersey, and it's certainly one of the largest - featuring some world-class amenities that make it perfect for a day trip during the summer. It even happens to be home to one of the most exciting attractions in the Garden State! Join us for a trip into one of the crown jewels of New Jersey's park system!

Overpeck County Park is one of the biggest and best county parks in New Jersey, taking up over 805 acres.

It's a sprawling recreation destination that features one of the largest and most accessible playgrounds in the state.

It's an amazing spot for fun on the water, featuring fishing piers...

As well as boat and kayak launch points. That makes this a very popular spot during the summer.

But there are some much bigger surprises here, including one of New Jersey's best equestrian training centers.

The grass amphitheater is an amazing spot to visit during the summer months, when live music performances take place regularly.

A hike on the bridge is one of the best ways to end the day, but there's one big surprise in this park that isn't in public view.

This park is home to Field Station: Dinosaurs, one of the biggest dinosaur parks in the country. Sadly, this is a separate attraction that requires a ticket, but it's a must-visit for dinosaur-loving kids.

Have you visited Overpeck County Park in Bergen County before? Do you think it's the best county park in New Jersey? Let us know in the comments section! You can find out more about the park's many features on the Bergen County state website, and check out our past coverage of Field Station: Dinosaurs if you'd like to pay a visit while you're here! If you're looking for more comfort when it comes to staying the night somewhere, you're only a few miles from the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, which gets rave reviews.

Want to visit another unique county park with some big surprises? Roosevelt Park is right in my backyard and has live summer entertainment and one of the state's most bizarre sculptures.

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