Old Troy Park for the Train Obsessed

Are you a fan of trains? Then you will want to pay a visit to Old Troy Park.

This lovely park is owned and maintained by the Morris County Parks Commission. It features sunny and open grassy play areas, a baseball field and a fitness station with recommended exercises and stretches.  There is also a shady grove with several options for picnicking. 

Larger parties can enjoy the gazebo right next to a wooden train that little choo-choo fans will ride and climb on for hours.

Indoor bathrooms are open during spring and summer, and walking trails are perfect for a lunchtime stroll or weekend adventure.

Bring the whole family. You are welcome to bring your four-legged friends too, provided they remain on a leash.

Now, if you would consider yourself a train fanatic, consider visiting on a Sunday and then driving to the Whippany Railway Museum on Route 10. The museum is open on Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is only $1 for adults and 50 cents for children under 12.  Review the museum's events calendar for several "excursion" trains running on a handful of dates in June and July. 

The Whippany Diner is also a great stop for lunch or stop at the Original Pancake House for an amazing breakfast or brunch. 

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.