Back in Time at Mount Tabor Park

In front of the Mount Tabor Post Office, Tabernacle and Volunteer Fire Department is the perfect little playground and park for toddlers just learning about slides and swings.

A right-sized climbing wall, slide and little playhouse accommodate any child just learning to walk.  Your 2-4 year-old will enjoy low-to-the-ground monkey bars, and kids of all ages will enjoy a little digger they can operate on their own.

While the children play, you can soak up the interesting architecture that surrounds you.  An adjacent gazebo is reminiscent of the Victorian era in this delightful neighborhood which began as a camp meeting association in the late 1800s.

To learn more about Mount Tabor and it’s history, view a map or get directions, visit the Mount Tabor Historical Society’s website.  There’s a small located in Mount Tabor with an adorable children’s section and lots of drop-in crafts and activities.

If you yearn for more playtime, head up to the second playground in Mount Tabor located on the same street as the golf course’s clubhouse.  At that playground you’ll find slightly larger equipment, more swings, lots of shade and an old school metal slide.

Be mindful that in the mornings during the summer months the town’s half-day playground program is held at this playground.

Once you’re done playing you can visit nearby for one of the best slices in town or Route 53 Grill for homemade empanadas.  The Foodtown shopping center directly across from Mount Tabor offers a Dunkin' Donuts and a Subway. It's also home to the Rattlesnake Cafe.

Amy Lamperti is the publisher of The Playground Guide and co-owner of www.njplaygrounds.com. For more details on playgrounds all over New Jersey, visit the website or follow NJ Playgrounds on Facebook.