Darlington County Park

 

With 127 acres, Darlington County Park is Bergen County's summertime jewel. With a multitude of opportunities for passive and active recreation, Darlington County Park is a great place to spend time with family and friends or enjoy some solo time out in nature. Among its amenities, you can find:

  • The Splash—On water obstacle course

  • Swimming Areas

  • Fishing Area—Catch-and-release fishing (NJ State Fishing License Required)

  • Playground

  • Volleyball Court

  • Tennis Court

  • Basketball Courts

  • Picnic Tables

  • Grilling (limited availability - patrons are encouraged to bring their own)

2024 Swim Season

Open for swimming every Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend

10:00AM - 7:00PM

Darlington County Park has two water bodies dedicated for swimming activities. The Darlington Lake has normal swimming activities while the other one hosts The Splash Zone, an inflatable obstacle course equipped with a kiddie area and a regular area offering the ultimate water play experience for the entire family.

Fees for Regular Swimming Area

Weekends Weekdays
Bergen Adults (18-61) $10 $8
Out of County Adults $15 $10
Children (5-17) $6 $6
Children under 5 FREE FREE
Bergen Seniors(61 and up) $2 $2
Out of County Seniors $6 $3

Fees for Regular Splash Zone (Must be 48” or taller)

County Residents — $10

Session schedule
10:40AM
12:00PM
2:00PM
3:20PM
4:40PM

Out of County Residents — $15

Splash Zone Tickets Through Eventbrite DO NOT include entry fee

Fees for Kiddie Splash Zone (Must be at least 39”)

County Children — $5

Session schedule
10:40AM
12:00PM
2:00PM
3:20PM
4:40PM

Out of County Residents — $7

Kiddie Tickets Are Sold On-site Only

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Each session is 50 minutes long, with a 10-min product safety introduction.

    The Splash Zone is completely cleared before the next session.

  • You can request a refund through Eventbrite in case of a cancelation. No refunds are given for unused tickets if the park is open.

  • Yes. However, if the park is at limit, no new tickets will be sold.

    Guests with prepurchased online tickets will still be admitted.

  • Parents can walk around the course and spot their child, but can't go on the course with their child. Using the kiddie course is limited to people 39"-59" tall.

  • NO. Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups of 10 or more people require permit.