What is the Rahway River Parkway?
GREAT QUESTION!
Simply put, it is a system of parks connected by woodlands that run along Rahway River. While parks are generally thought of separate entities, within Rahway River Parkway they are united and part of a much bigger picture.
Centrally located within Union County's Park System, the Rahway River Parkway consists of approximately 950 acres of wooded land and parks across multiple Union County towns and cities. What's make it unique, is how it is one of Americas first and oldest surviving Greenways designed by the famous Olmsted Firm (the same architectural firm that designed Central Park).
Intended as a restorative oasis for urban dwellers, the Parkway gave Union County residents a place to walk long stretches of wooded trails, enjoy the peace and tranquility of nature, and not have to drive hours to do so.
Parks included in the Rahway River Parkway:
- Rahway River Park and Milton Lake Park (Rahway, Clark)
- Hanson Park, McConnell Park, Hampton Park, Sperry Park, Osceola Park, and Nomahegan Park (Cranford)
- Blackwood Park (Kenilworth)
- Lenape Park
(450 acres - Cranford, Westfield, Kenilworth, Union, Springfield)
- Meisel Ave Park and Washington Ave Park (Springfield)
- Larchmont Park (Union)
For more information on park usage, reservations, and current rules and regulations, please visit the Union County Parks + Recreation Website
Want to learn more about the Rahway River Parkway System?
Learn more about the history and creation of the Rahway River Parkway or visit the Union County Parks and Recreation Website for information on park usage, rules, and updates.