The Top 12 Lakes around Newark
Looking to visit the best lakes around Newark? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Newark’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Lincoln Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Bike lane in each direction around this easy, 1.25-mile loop. Nice views of the water, pleasant park, quiet place to get some laps in.
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Warinanco Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Pleasant, green park with fields, trees and ponds. Smooth one-way road loops the park, approx 1.85 mi.
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Orange Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
There is a path that completely circles around Orange Reservoir, which is fed entirely by the Rahway River. The flow of the river downstream is controlled by a dam that …
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Clark's Pond
Highlight • Lake
Clark's Pond is one of the centerpieces of Branch Brook Park. The paths in the park run alongside the pond and there are several spots with benches if you want to take a break during your jog.
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Weequahic Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Weequahic Park is a great park close to Newark Airport. There is an 80 acre lake, sports fields, a jogging trail (the longest resilient-surfaced - AKA rubberized - running track …
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