- The list below includes 367 free or cheap things to do in or near Mahwah, New Jersey, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Gallery, History Museums and Horseback Riding.
- From Ramapo Valley County Reservation to Darlington Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mahwah and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Bronx, Yonkers and Montclair.
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9.4 Miles
56%
111 votes
599 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus, NJ
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Interactive, hands-on exhibits like a real fire truck and helicopter, a fossil and dinosaur cave, medieval castle, and ballet studio form the base of The New Jersey Children's Museum. Play is encouraged, and special events can be organized at the site.
9.4 Miles
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21 votes
Rte 511 (Greenwood Lake Turnpike), West Milford, NJ 7456
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Long Pond Ironworks State Park pays tribute to the iron workers that started making iron in 1774. The park offers extensive historical information on the area as well as breathtaking views and exceptional hiking.
9.5 Miles
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14 votes
180 Snake Den Rd. Ringwood, NJ, Ringwood, NJ 07456
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A large natural swimming area surrounded by woodland and mountain views, The Highlands Natural Pool is a quiet recreation retreat. In addition to the pool, it features volleyball lawns, picnic areas, barbecue facilities, and restrooms.
9.5 Miles
Opened in 1964, Paramus Municipal Pool features a 50-meter pool with a diving board and a water slide as well as two smaller pools for children. It also provides a snack bar, volleyball courts, a playground and grassy areas.
9.6 Miles
In The Crease Sports Pub is housed at the Ice Vault Arena. The pub features 8 plasma displays including a Panasonic 103 inch plasma tv for showing NHL and NFL games.
9.6 Miles
Offering both private and public skating sessions, Ice Vault Arena is a 2-acre ice skating rink that also hosts hockey tournaments. It also has a pro shop where guests can purchase skates and hockey equipment.
9.6 Miles
Situated on 5,416 acres, Norvin Green State Forest is home to wildlife and offers views of the New York skyline. The area is suitable for hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing and birdwatching.
9.8 Miles
Brunswick Fairlawn Lanes is a traditional family-friendly bowling alley that offers casual and league play. The center also features a game room, pro shop and full service snack and drink bar.
10.1 Miles
Named for Fritz Behnke, long-time official historian of Paramus, the Fritz Behnke Historical Museum is devoted to preserving a sense of how life in the area would have been a century ago through replicas and artifacts.
10.1 Miles
A 34-lane bowling center, T-Bowl II offers open and league bowling with shoe rental and a pro shop. The center provides a snack bar, private event hosting, a full bar with adult beverages, arcade games and flat-screen televisions.