Lake Musconetcong Park Playground in Stanhope is one of those small but cute playgrounds in North Jersey. It’s small enough to keep an eye on all your kids while seated in one location!
There may be separate play structures for older and younger kids but it’s still easy to manage the kids. There are benches in between both sections, so parents and adults can easily sit there and have a good view of older and younger children.
10 Things to Know About Lake Musconetcong Park Playground in Stanhope
As part of our challenge to write about 100 New Jersey playgrounds in 100 days we bring you the details about Lake Musconetcong Park Playground, a playground in Stanhope. We first reported on this playground in 2016. We returned this past July 2022 to get updated details and pictures for this North Jersey playground.
Where is Lake Musconetcong Park Playground located?
Lake Musconetcong Park is located at 46 Musconetcong Rd in Stanhope, New Jersey in Sussex County. On one side of the street is the playground. On the other is a shady picnic grove right off the lake. The park is part of the Stanhope park system.
There is no fee to enjoy the parks or playgrounds. The park is open daily from 8:00 AM to sunset.
What kind of playground equipment does Lake Musconetcong Park have?
There are separate play structures for older and younger children within the same fenced-in space. There is a larger play structure designed for children ages 5-12. It includes bigger slides and more challenging climbing equipment.
There is also a smaller play structure for children under 5. This area provided safer climbing and play opportunities for younger kids.
Much of this playground and park remain the same as it was in 2016, but our pictures and details are based on our July 2022 visit.
Are there swings?
There are 2 swing structures. One has 5 traditional swings and the other has 4 baby swings.
Are there slides?
Older kids will love the tall side-by-side slide with 3 paths.
Younger kids will enjoy the red twisting slide or the red curvy slide on the one structure and the wide straight tan slide on the other structure.
What special features does the playground offer?
Special features at this park include climbing walls, ladders, stepping pods, ride on toys, viewfinders, and a play table with bench seating.
What kind of ground cover does the playground have?
The ground cover is wood mulch.
Is the playground at Lake Musconetcong Park accessible?
Accessibility at this playground is limited. There are no accessible swings, ground-level sensory play, or ramps onto equipment. There is a stand-alone play table with the ends open where a child or adult with a wheelchair could roll up to.
Is there shade available at the Lake Musconetcong Park Playground?
Some of the playground is shaded by trees on the perimeter. There is a play space under one area of the equipment. There is also a picnic grove of picnic tables across the street.
Where is parking for Lake Musconetcong Park?
There were two small gravel lots that could be used for parking. One on each side of the road.
Are there restrooms at Lake Musconetcong Park?
There was a single port-a-potty near a building on the same side of the street as the playground.
What else is there to do at Lake Musconetcong Park?
Besides the playground at Lake Musconetcong Park, there are no additional amenities available for visitors. Visitors could sit and watch the boats and ducks on the lake, play a game of catch in the open grassy area, or have a picnic at the tables.
Bonus information we want you to know about Lake Musconetcong Park
There is a free little library located at the playground.
Who do I contact about having a birthday party or event at Lake Musconetcong Park Playground?
We provide these details about this Stanhope playground as a service to our readers and the park. However, Jersey Family Fun is not directly involved with this park. To reserve Lake Musconetcong Park Playground for a birthday party or private event, please contact them directly by calling (973) 347-0159 or visiting their website.
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Felix
Sunday 14th of July 2019
I will be coming to this park this weekend. I would like to know where the parking is located for your park. Thanks.
Jennifer A.
Monday 15th of July 2019
Hi Felix. Thank you for your message but we do not operate that park. I would recommend contacting them directly. - Jenn
Howard
Sunday 24th of June 2018
Is their a place to launch a kayak at the park ?
Anastasia Ashton
Wednesday 16th of January 2019
No launch at this park. There's a public launch across the lake and another by the ball field.
Jennifer A.
Tuesday 26th of June 2018
Hi Howard, I am not sure. I would recommend contacting the park directly to check on that. - Jenn