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Dec 9, 2022
family activities near Morristown, NJ

Take your little ones on a fun outing in the new 2023 Mini Cooper S Hardtop 4 Door that will effortlessly zip through traffic to exciting destinations in and around Morristown, NJ, packed with fun, kid-friendly activities. Have a picnic in breathtaking gardens, enjoy sports activities, horse around at the best stables in town, and explore the natural beauty of New Jersey.

1. Stroll Through the Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Take the kids for a scenic stroll through the breathtaking gardens of the 127-acre Frelinghuysen Arboretum at 353 East Hanover Avenue in Morristown. Wander along the paths under a canopy of flowering trees, over rolling green lawns, and through beautifully sculpted gardens to marvel at the Shade Garden, the Fern Garden, and the Marsh Meadow Garden.

Enjoy lunch at the gazebo overlooking the fountain in the  Knot and Rose gardens and stroll further down the path to look at the Watnong Rock and Barkman Vegetable Gardens.

2. Take the Kids Horseback Riding

Seaton Hackney Stables at 440 South Street here in Morristown offers young riders a range of riding options with very knowledgeable instructors. They have riding classes for toddlers between the ages of three and five and a riding program for children between five and seven, teaching them grooming and the basics of horse riding.

If your kids are older or more accomplished equestrians, opt for cross country training, dressage lessons, and trail riding. For information on classes, please call (973) 644-3355 or visit the Seaton Hackney Stables website.

3. Enjoy Sports and a Picnic at Black Brook Park

Enjoy a day of fun sports activities at Black Brook Park, a short six miles away in Whippany at 40 Sunset Drive. The 11-acre park offers various sports activities, including basketball, volleyball, tennis, and roller hockey courts, and there are baseball and softball diamonds.

Play horseshoes, take the kids for a walk on the walking track, go for a ride down the bike trail, and watch them swing, slide, and climb at the playground. Buy eats and treats at the snack bar or take a picnic basket along and fill their tummies with their favorite food at one of the picnic spots.  

4. Explore the Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

Take a 24-mile drive for an outdoor hiking adventure at the breathtaking 3,494-acre Mahlon Dickerson Reservation at 955 Weldon Road in Jefferson Township. Explore New Jersey’s natural beauty on 24.5 miles of trails and hike to the 1,280-foot Headley Overlook, the highest point in Morris County, for spectacular views of the surrounding area. The reservation is open throughout the year from sunrise to sunset.

Spend quality time with your kiddos doing exciting and fun stuff. Swing by MINI of Morristown today to check out the 2023 Mini Cooper S Hardtop 4 Door. With superior handling, it’s the best vehicle for city driving and much more spacious than you think.