Thursday, August 4, 2016

5 Affordable Things To Do In Bergen County

1. Bowl at Brunswick Zone Fair Lawn Lanes

Brunswick Zone Fair Lawn Lanes offers 32 bowling lanes perfect for people of all ages! Specials run Sunday-Monday.  Need a break from bowling? Check out the lounge area. Hungry or thirsty? Grab some pizza, wings, or milkshake from their laneside menu.  Adults 21 years or older can purchase an alcoholic beverage at the sports bar.  Also, play games and win prices at the arcade!

Where: 22-22 Maple Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Cost: $3.00-$5.99 prices vary by day and hour.




2. Hike at Ramapo Valley County Reservation

The Ramapo Valley County Reservation is 3,310 acres of beautiful Bergen County scenery. The Reservation has more than 12 trails, ranging from 0.3 to 3.5 miles.  Smaller trails near the parking lot are perfect for a casual stroll with a friend or pet dog. Fish in one of the many lakes and ponds found around the reservation.  Fishing is only allowed with a current New Jersey fishing license.  Camping is available only to those who receive a permit.

Where: 608 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430
Cost: FREE




3. Play at Monster Mini Golf

Monster Mini Golf provides 18 holes of indoor, glow-in-the dark fun!  Monster mini golf is unlike any other typical mini golf attraction.  The 18 holes all have different features that move and talk, people of all ages will be thoroughly entertained.  The Monster Mini Golf video game arcade has games ranging from the latest and greatest to the classics.  Win prizes with the tickets administered from each game or test your luck on a prize crane!  

Where: 49 E Midland Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
Cost: $8.99 for kids and $9.99 for adults. 




4. Explore at Van Saun County Park

Throughout Van Saun County Park's 146 acres there are many attractions and activities that people will enjoy.  Here you will find a 1.5 mile trail used for walking, jogging, and biking.  Kids will love the playgrounds.  Get your family and friends together and play a game of tennis, soccer, basketball, or softball on one of the many courts or fields available.  Visit one of these additional attractions for a fee; carousel, miniature train rides, pony rides, and the Bergen County Zoological Park.

Where: 216 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
Cost: FREE-$8.00 for zoo entry, prices vary on age, military status, and county residency.




5. Swim and Relax at Darlington County Park

Tired of traveling for what seems like hours down Garden State Parkway South just to go the beach for the day? Cool off at the sandy beaches at Darlington County Park.  There are three lakes spread out among the 178 acres of the park, two are strictly for swimming, while the third is for fishing.  Play basketball, tennis, or handball on the various courts available.  Pack a cooler, some snacks, and enjoy in the wooded picnic area.

Where: 600 Darlington Ave, Mahwah, NJ 07430
Cost: $2.00-$15.00 per person for a day, prices vary on age, day of week, and county residency.



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