Parks and Nature

Liberty State Park

New Jersey's largest urban state park, with Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty views along paved waterfront trails.

Take Me There
Dog policy Leashed Dogs Welcome
Cost Free
Best time to visit Year Round

Liberty State Park spans 1,212 acres opposite Liberty and Ellis Islands, the most visited state park in NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome on the paved Liberty Walk along the Hudson, the loop trail through open fields and picnic areas, and the natural-area birding trail, but not in playgrounds, picnic areas, or buildings. The historic CRRNJ Terminal anchors the north end.

Plan your visit

Address
1 Audrey Zapp Dr
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Hours
6 AM to 10 PM
Get directions Official website

Know before you go

  • Dogs must remain leashed and are not permitted in picnic areas, buildings, or playgrounds
  • There are several paid parking lots, some free parking spots may be available on weekdays

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