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Carteret Park Playground and Sprayground in Carteret NJ (with Photos)

The Carteret Park Playground and Sprayground in Carteret New Jersey serve as the centerpiece for a rather large park. With several playground features and a musically-themed sprayground it’s the perfect spot for an outing with kids during the summer or year-round. Grownups will appreciate the peaceful beautiful setting while kids will appreciate all there is to do.

WIDE view of playground from grass TOP at Carteret Park Playground in Carteret NJ

10 Things to Know About Carteret Park Playground in Carteret

As part of our challenge to write about 100 New Jersey playgrounds in 100 days we bring you the details about Carteret Park Playground, a playground in Carteret. We originally published this guide about the playground and sprayground in 2013. We’re updating it with new pictures and details based on our August 1, 2022 visit.

Where is Carteret Park Playground located?

Carteret Park is located at Carteret Avenue and Cypress Street in Carteret in Middlesex County, New Jersey. The park is part of the Carteret park system.

WIDE view sprayground Side BETTER at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

What kind of playground equipment does Carteret Park have?

This playground is part of a large park and there is more equipment than you might find in a regular neighborhood playground. There is a preschool structure and a large playground structure with several slides. There’s also stand alone features that add to the playground fun.

Preschool Playground spraypark side at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Are there swings?

There are two swing structures. In the preschool/toddler area there is a swing structure with 4 baby swings.

Baby swings in front of preschool playground at Carteret Park Playground in Carteret NJ

At the end of the older kids area, there is a structure with 5 traditional swings.

Traditional SWINGS at Carteret Park Playground in Carteret NJ

Are there slides?

There are A LOT of slides at this playground in Carteret. Starting with the preschool/toddler structure there are 2 slightly curvy slides.

The older kids playground has at least 11 slides coming from every side. There are side-by-side slides, curvy slides, and one twisting slide.

What special features does the playground offer?

It’s all about the climbing, sliding, and moving at this Carteret playground. There’s quite the variety of monkey bars.

There are climbing ladders and towers that are part of larger playground structures as well as stand alone features.

What kind of ground cover does the playground have?

The ground cover under the playgrounds is wood mulch.

WIDE view of playground grass view MIDDLE at Carteret Park Playground in Carteret NJ

Is the playground at Carteret Park accessible?

There is not a lot of accessibility at this playground. Between the playgrounds and the bandshell there is a separate area with oversized musical instruments. That area is accessible. There are no accessible swings or ground level play in the main playground areas. The sprayground could be considered accessible.

Musical Instrument area TALL at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Is there shade available at Carteret Park? 

There are no shady areas on the playground equipment itself but there are shady areas under the equipment. There are picnic tables under the trees.

SHADY area near playground with picnic tables under trees at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Across the grass there is a bandshell that can also serve as a shady spot.

Bandshell WIDE at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Where is parking for the Carteret Park Playground? 

There is a large parking lot.

Parking Lot at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Are there restrooms at Carteret Park Playground?

We did not see any buildings with restrooms or port-a-potties available. The park map does show there should be some at the far end of the pond.

What else is there to do at Carteret Park?

In addition to the playground at Carteret Park, there are a few additional amenities available for visitors.

walking path with fountain and pond BEST at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Carteret Park Sprayground

The sprayground is definitely what draws A LOT of visitors to the park. On our visit, it was completely empty. It was an overcast day, but we were still surprised. The spray park takes on a musical theme with guitars, a saxophone, a path of musical notes, and other structures all spraying or dropping water on visiting guests.

The Carteret Park Sprayground does have a schedule of hours as you can see below. During those times the sprayers will be on and there will be an attendant on duty.

Sprayground hours at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Are there walking trails?

There is a nice walking path around the park and the park’s pond.

Are there fields or courts for sports? 

We did not see any fields or courts, but there is open grassy area. The park map does show that there are courts and fields elsewhere in the park.

Open grassy area with trees at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Bonus information we want you to know about Carteret Park 

The park is a beautiful park. In addition what we’ve shared there is a large paved space with benches that overlook the pond and it’s sparking water fountain.

Scenic Overlook at Carteret Park in Carteret NJ

Who do I contact about having a birthday party or event at the Carteret Park Playground?

We provide these details about this playground in Carteret as a service to our readers and the park. However, Jersey Family Fun is not directly involved with this park. To reserve Carteret Park Playground for a birthday party or private event, please contact them directly by calling (732) 541-3890 or visiting their website.

WIDE view of playground grass view END at Carteret Park Playground in Carteret NJ

Find more great playgrounds in New Jersey

Visit Middlesex County parks and playgrounds to learn more about playgrounds near this one. Visit our series on New Jersey Playgrounds and Parks to learn more about the great playgrounds across our state.

 

 

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Regina

Sunday 24th of July 2016

It is open. My friends were there yesterday.

Mayi

Sunday 17th of July 2016

Does anyone know if the spray park is open yet?

Jennifer A.

Sunday 17th of July 2016

As far as we know it is not open. - Jenn

ramya

Wednesday 15th of June 2016

Hi. I heard from the park (Official) that the Splash park is open today

Jill S

Tuesday 31st of May 2016

It's now June 2016 and the same message is still on the website. Is the spraypark open?

Jennifer A.

Tuesday 7th of June 2016

As we understand it they are closed until further notice. - Jenn

Hannah n

Tuesday 31st of May 2016

Are they open this year (2016)

Jennifer A.

Tuesday 7th of June 2016

As we understand it they are closed until further notice. - Jenn

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