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Enrollment is Open for Summer Camps at Somerset County Park Commission

Kids Can Learn Horseback Riding, Explore the Environment, and Build Relationships at Camps throughout Somerset County

April 16, 2026 - 9:49am

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Kids and teens from six to eighteen can enjoy exciting and educational summer camp experiences at... more ››

Somerset County Park Commission Wins Two NJRPA Awards for Excellence in Programming

The “Thankful Lights” program at Buck Garden and “1770s Festival” at Lord Stirling Park Recognized by Leading Statewide Recreation and Parks Organization

March 12, 2026 - 2:11pm

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Somerset County Park Commission won two statewide awards for programming at the NJ Recreation and... more ››

Horseback Riding Lessons Return to The Stable at Lord Stirling Park

Youth Horseback Riding Lessons Return to Stable at Lord Stirling Park

Community Favorite Program Makes Its Return as Part of Multi-Year Reimagining That Includes Expanded Trails, New Horse Barn, and More

February 26, 2026 - 1:36pm

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Stable at Lord Stirling Park is welcoming the return of Horseback Riding Lessons this spring,... more ››

Pickleball Passes for North Branch Greenway Courts On Sale Starting February 18

Affordable Passes Provide Exclusive Access for Pass-Holder and One Guest to Park Commission Pickleball Courts from March 15 through October 31

February 18, 2026 - 2:10pm

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – With the weather warming up it’s time to prepare for another great pickleball season at the North Branch... more ››

Somerset County Golfers Offered 20% Bonus on Golf Cards this Presidents’ Day Weekend

Popular Annual Sale Makes Tee Times, Lessons, and Equipment Less Expensive for Everyone

February 10, 2026 - 8:32am

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

2025 Field of the Year -- #4 at Mountain View Park

Somerset County Park Commission Wins “Field of the Year” Award for Mountain View Park

Sports Field Managers Association of New Jersey Also Names Torpey Park a “Field of Distinction”

January 20, 2026 - 11:25am

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Somerset County Park Commission won two statewide awards for baseball fields at two complexes,... more ››

Recycle Your Christmas Tree Through January 31 2026

Somerset County Park Commission Accepting Christmas Trees for Recycling

Residents Can Use Convenient Drop off Points in Colonial Park and North Branch Park Through January 31

December 26, 2025 - 10:30am

NORTH BRANCH, NJ - The Somerset County Park Commission will be accepting natural Christmas trees for recycling from Friday, December 26,... more ››

Commissioner Director and Air Force Veteran Shanel Y. Robinson sings the National Anthem at Neshanic Valley Golf Course

Somerset County Park Commission Celebrates Veterans Day with Free Golf for Veterans and Active-Duty Military Personnel

October 23, 2025 - 12:05pm

The Somerset County Park Commission will honor local United States veterans and active-duty members of the U.S.

Somerset County Park Commission Seeks Public Input on Purchase of All-Terrain Wheelchair

October 15, 2025 - 4:41pm

Purchase Will Make Park Trails and Natural Settings More Accessible to All Residents

Mystery, Masterpieces, and Making with Somerset County Park Commission’s Gardeners

Residents Are Invited to Learn About the Magic of Monarch Butterflies, Get Lessons on Painting Scenic Watercolors, and Create a 3D Felt Woodland Scene

August 14, 2025 - 2:13pm

The Somerset County Park Commission is offering three fascinating workshops focusing on nature and art in the coming weeks.

Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Somerset County Park Commission Fireworks Display at North Branch Park

Somerset County Park Commission Announces Annual Free Independence Day Fireworks, Concert

Come Celebrate the 249th Birthday of the United States With Great Music, Good Company, and a Patriotic Fireworks Display

June 19, 2025 - 1:54pm

SOMERSET, NJ -- The Somerset County Park Commission announced its annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks to be held at North Branch... more ››

Somerset County Launches Rose Garden Season with Guided Tours and Annual Rose Day Festival

Celebration at Colonial Park Garden’s Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden Runs May 29 – June 8 Bracketing the 50th Anniversary “Rose Day Festival” on Sat., June 7

May 23, 2025 - 10:38am

SOMERSET, NJ -- The Somerset County Park Commission is celebrating the summer season with its annual Rose Day Festival and guided tours at... more ››

Celebrating Earth Week

April 22, 2025 - 12:02pm

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Your Parks in Focus - A Photo Gallery Celebrating the Beauty of Local Parks

April 3, 2025 - 3:37pm

Somerset County – The Somerset County Park Commission is pleased to announce the opening of a special Photo Gallery... more ››

Somerset County Park Commission Giving Away Native Trees at Arbor Day Event

Park Visitors Will Receive One Free Tree Per Household

April 1, 2025 - 3:44pm

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – In recognition of Arbor Day, the Somerset County Park Commission will be hosting two Native-Tree... more ››

Free “Treasures of the Swamp” Scavenger Hunt with Prizes

Explore the Great Swamp

March 28, 2025 - 2:27pm

MORRISTOWN, NJ – March 31, 2025 – The Great Swamp Partners are pleased to announce, "Treasures of the Swamp," a free,... more ››

Camp Kids at the Environmental Education Center

Somerset County Park Commission to Host Camps for Kids Ages 4 to 18

Online Enrollment Is Open Now

March 25, 2025 - 12:17pm

BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Kids and teens ages four to 18 years can enroll in fun and educational weekly camp programs to be held... more ››

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