Saddle River County Park (760 Saddle River Rd), Saddle Brook: Photos, Reviews & Location

Multi-use pathways connect 5 different parks featuring ponds, playgrounds & athletic fields.

At a glance

#2 of 4 Parks in Saddle Brook

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

0.1 km from the center of Saddle Brook

Rating breakdown

5 ★75%
4 ★19%
3 ★4%
2 ★1%
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What reviewers talk about

Share of 15 recent reviews that mention each topic.

Waiting & crowds20%
View13%
Location13%
Cleanliness13%
Service & staff13%

760 Saddle River Rd, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663, United States

co.bergen.nj.us

+1 201-336-7275

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Saddle River County Park?: Saddle River County Park is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 7,585 reviews.
How does Saddle River County Park rank in Saddle Brook?: Saddle River County Park is #2 of 4 Parks in Saddle Brook by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Saddle River County Park located?: 760 Saddle River Rd, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663, United States — 0.1 km from the center of Saddle Brook.
What do visitors mention most about Saddle River County Park?: Most often: waiting & crowds, view, location (from 15 recent reviews).
How can I contact Saddle River County Park?: Phone: +1 201-336-7275 · Website: co.bergen.nj.us

Reviews (15)

D g 2024 May 03

Aggressive cyclists who ride through the park at 15-20 miles per hour ruin the park for pedestrians. We cycled at less than 11 miles/hour out of respect for pedestrians. There are far too many aggressive bikers who don't even bother to announce that they are passing you. I fear a pedestrian or casual biker is going to get hurt by cyclists riding far too fast on a weekday. Shame on park commissioners for not at least putting up signs mandating cyclists observe 11 mph . I'm sure, if asked, my bike club would be more than willing to help slow down fast riding cyclists.

EE Grimshaw 2024 Apr 08

I've been training for a 32-mile walk/saunter in Manhattan coming up shortly and needed a location to get about 15 miles in on a relatively flat surface. This park came up as a perfect option in one of my books, and turned out to be less than a 20-minute drive from where I live. Done and done.

This is a park you can utilize/access from a number of different points along the way, but I went with the official itinerary in my book, which started at the very northern tip by the Wild Duck Pond in Saddle River and went south along the literal Saddle River, through the Dunkerhook Playground area, under Route 4/208 by the Easton Tower, under the Garden State Parkway before finally looping back just before Route 80 and up. My book claimed this was a little over 15 miles but I think it was closer to 14 miles or so - regardless, quite a walk. It took about five hours, with one or two small breaks throughout.

I'm more of a rural hiker so my inclination is to narrow my eyes suspiciously at an adventure like this where you never truly stop hearing traffic. But this IS Bergen County, and there should be an expectation that you're never too far away from civilization. The one obvious upside to this is that the bathroom situation was about as good as you're going to get - the Wild Duck Pond had a clean public restroom, and there were perfectly fine port-a-potties scattered conveniently throughout my route. Sometimes I'm reluctant to get aggressive with my water intake because of the bathroom situation concerns, but that was not the case here.

Another positive is that this is one of the best-marked paths/trails I've ever seen - every tenth of a mile has a marker, and most intersections have a map or some type of kiosk to help lead the way as well. If you get lost here, that's on you. Another positive is that despite being in a very densely-populated area, this path never crosses any roads. You DO end up going underneath some busy highways, and it's definitely much louder/chaotic in the southern portion as you walk under the GSP by 80, but it's nice not to have to play an impromptu game of Frogger at any point.

The optics aren't bad, all things considered. Since my walk occurred in the early spring, there was some solid cherry blossom goodness going on, and parts of the walk were sunny/pleasant. (Conversely, I dealt with random hail three separate times, but you take what you get in April). Most of the parks I walked through had ponds/water features and were well-kept. I think the nicest was the first one at the top in Saddle River, but there was competition. The park area at the bottom in I think Rochelle Park seemed a little worn down but wasn't terrible. I also enjoyed walking by the Easton Tower, a ye olde water pump - was not expecting a preserved historic site right off 4. The area in the northern section is more rural so you're sort of in the woods right alongside Saddle River. Pretty tranquil.

I imagine this path can get pretty congested in warmer weather, but from my experience wasn't too bad. There were many canine chums as well, including my first paunchy Doberman sighting (just not a breed I've ever seen pack on the pounds). Wildlife is a bonus in Bergen, but there were tons of squirrels and deer, as well as a few ducks hanging out in the river.

Not my preferred type of walking/hiking, but I would come back for sure, and I think I could convince some chums to drop in for portions of this too. You could definitely do worse in this area of the state.

Gabriel Hernandez 2024 Mar 17

Good looking park. It has a lake, a bike trail, pavilion and nice benches overlooking the lake is pet friendly. But if you are not comfortable walking around dog, I suggest that you to go somewhere else because not everybody follows the rules. The rules about dogs having to be on a leash are posted, but some people ignore it. I was there on Sunday 17, 2024 and there was a big dog running to the dog park area without a leash and the owner did not care that I was walking with my two children they are not so comfortable being around dogs without a leash. Don't be rude and follows the rules. People without dogs should be able to walk around the park as well. And don't tell me that your dog is friendly as an excuse not to follow the rules.

Carrington Page IV 2024 Mar 13

I use this “road” for my commute to work each day via Electric Scooter. It’s a beautiful park. The path is beautiful. More cities NEED to do this. It’s a low stress way for me to get to work so that I don’t have to intermingle so much with cars on my usual commute on the roads. This pathway is a gleaming example of park building and it’s so long that it ACTUALLY connects 2 points.

rodney marione 2024 Jan 02

Happy New Year! Every year on January 1st, regardless of weather, I walk the entire path, which is a distance of a little over 12 miles. It's good to push yourself and it gives you a feeling of accomplishment to start the new year.
On other bike paths or rail trails, there are posted signs with bike path rules of etiquette. I wish Bergen County would also post them. I'm sure these rules can be googled.
Etiquette goes beyond politeness and consideration. The main purpose is to protect everyone from injury. We are both avid bikers and walkers. You really need to be mindful when groups of walkers encounter groups of cyclists, because you are not alone and everyone has a right to be there.

vez z. 2023 Dec 02

Great place to walk around, even when it's full of people there is plenty of room here. Grass space, ample road space. Great for biking, walking, kids, dogs. Relaxing, clean, and spacious. One of my favorite parks.

Theresa Adams 2023 Oct 28

One of my favorite places to walk and just get away and be in nature. There's all types of friendly people. you have people walking, jogging, great picnic areas, tennis, basketball courts, baseball fields, running, fishing, bicycling, roller skating, a beautiful pond with a water fountain, Parents walking with their babies in strollers. A playground area for rhe orderchildren. it's just a beautiful place to be and watch the sunset

G Reasen 2023 Sep 26

Saddle River is an absolutely fantastic park. Wonderful place for anyone that enjoys being outdoors. It has great paved biking trails, picnic areas, numerous playgrounds for children. An array of different parking locations that are easily accessible throughout the park. It is a great go to location if you're looking for some alone time or with the fam.

Gokay Gozum 2023 Aug 25

Saddle River County Park offers a delightful recreational experience for nature enthusiasts and families alike. With its picturesque trails, serene river, and lush greenery, it's a perfect escape from the bustle of everyday life.

Whether you're an avid jogger, a cyclist, or simply looking for a leisurely stroll, the park's well-maintained paths cater to all. The various amenities, such as playgrounds and picnic areas, make it an ideal spot for families to spend quality time together. However, some visitors note that it can get busy on weekends.

Overall, Saddle River County Park's natural beauty and diverse offerings make it a wonderful destination for outdoor relaxation and activity.

Abigail Perez Sanchez 2023 Jun 30

Nice place to have a picnic, ride your bike and just have a moment with nature.

Jeffrey Zeitz 2023 Jun 16

A beautiful place to go for a nice 20 minutes thru 2 hour stroll.

Has Porta potties along the way and bathrooms during season.

Quiet, Serine, less bikers than other parks,

Local Guide 2023 Apr 23

Really beautiful park. Love the lake and fountain in the middle. Also caught the beautiful Cherry Blossom trees in full bloom. Only issue is with the bathrooms. The men's bathroom was out of order and there are porta potties. The women's bathroom was open but horribly filthy. No one flushes there apparently and there was no soap at all. There's also a weird sign on the door from the inside that says "If door locks, follow directions" with an arrow pointed left". I posted a picture. But it's really odd and concerning because 1) why would the door lock you in? And 2) the arrow is pointing nowhere. There are no directions, the arrow is pointing to a stall. So I got worried I was locked in, but thankfully I wasn't. Either way, I'd like to know what's with the sign? That whole situation needs to be rectified. Otherwise I definitely recommend the park.

L Vegas 2023 Mar 16

The park is so big and beautiful! I love going there for a power walk. I have never walked the entire distance of the park but I look forward to one day doing so!

Cemil Koc 2022 Oct 31

I recently visited this park and was pleasantly surprised by the variety of activities available. The trail for walking and running was well-maintained and provided a beautiful view of the surrounding area. The park for kids was also a great feature, with plenty of equipment to keep them entertained. Overall, I found this park to be a decent option for families looking to enjoy some outdoor time together. I would definitely recommend it to others looking for a fun and active day out.

Jacob Hess 2022 May 16

Saddle River County Park is a large park that runs along the Saddle River with a long path connecting different areas that include parking. We went to the Dunderhook area and walked along the trail to the waterfall.

There are two pathways: one that is paved and one that is a more natural trail. There are a lot of bikers on the paved trail, so people who want to bring a dog may want to stay on the natural trail (we had our dog). The trail was pretty narrow but also not very crowded on a warm Sunday afternoon. I would definitely come back to this area and explore the rest of the park.