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Lincoln Park Jersey City As the oldest and largest of the County Parks, Lincoln Park is truly the jewel of the Hudson County Park System! The Park’s East and West portions attract Hudson County residents of all ages and interests looking to enjoy open space in the midst of the urban landscape. Lincoln Park East’s 150 acres are home to numerous athletic facilities, children’s areas, historic monuments, meandering trails, and publically-available Wi-Fi-internet access. Major projects underway at Lincoln Park West, comprised of 123 acres along the Hackensack River, will add new and exciting natural features and recreational amenities. Click here to view park brochure. To Reserve a Tennis Court in Lincoln Park, Please Call 201-362-8483 Click Here for More Information Community History In 1905, “West Side Park”, as it was originally called, was designed by landscape architect Charles Lowrie and Daniel W. Langston and features multiple historical points of interest. “Lincoln the Mystic”: a seated statue of the US President, was sculpted by James Earle Fraser. The Statue was dedicated on June 14, 1930 when the park was given its current name of Lincoln Park. The fountain at the entrance of Lincoln Park was designed by the sculptor Pierre J. Cheronin and completed in 1911. It is 53-feet high and decorated with water spouting frogs and allegorical figures. The park honors history through several monuments, such the Irish Famine Memorial, Civil War Solider statue, James T. Farrier Firefighter Memorial, and by the display of two historic cannons and sun houses. Recreation and Nature Lincoln Park is a central location for a variety of frequently updated athletic facilities, including 21 tennis courts, 7 baseball/softball diamonds, basketball courts, handball courts, soccer fields, an artificial surface multipurpose field, a running track, a cross-country course, and a horseshoe pit. Children are sure to have a great time at the two playgrounds and the spray pool area in the summer. Visitors can take advantage of full-length trails, barbeque areas, or the enclosed dog run. Hudson County is also looking forward to the addition of a 9-hole public golf course in Lincoln Park West, a first for County park facilities. To complement the Eastern Park’s ponds and landscaped greenery, Lincoln Park West is an exceptional collection of open space with preserved natural habitats and areas to engage visitors. The centerpiece of this area is the fishing-accessible Edgewood Lake. Its location on the Hackensack River is part of the Historic Liberty/Water Gap trail, and the park has nature trails winding throughout it. The County is currently in the process of a wetland restoration project that will enhance the observation of the natural habitat and local species with a waterfront walkway. The rare bird species observable in the park include Black Skimmers, Osprey, and Egrets. Click here for fullscreen map. Park Improvements Fountain Restoration (2015 - 2016) The main feature in the Lincoln Park is the large circular fountain which was constructed during the early 1900’s. The existing fountain was in disrepair with both structural and aesthetic flaws. The mechanical system was antiquated which required extensive maintenance to keep the fountain clean and functioning. The construction of the new fountain entailed the demolition of the entire bowl, leaving just the center pedestal. Existing sculptures and features that were mounted on the pedestal as well as in the bowl and perimeter were replicated because they were too far damaged for repair. A new building was built to shelter state of the art mechanical equipment which maintains the water quality and clarity. The new bowl was designed by means of a monolithic pour and the surrounding walls were formed using shotcrete then troweled by hand. Buddy Building (2016 – 2018) Lincoln Park in Jersey City was in need for a structure to house maintenance equipment as well as providing a modernized greenhouse to replace the existing greenhouse in the compound. The structure was also needed to provide storage for materials used to maintain the parks as well as provide shelter to the maintenance employees. The building is a state-of-the-art facility utilizing geothermal heating and cooling. The structure utilizes grey water and has a green roof composed of various types of Sedum. A standby generator is on the premises to provide emergency power and the greenhouse has two recirculating systems to keep the temperature cool in the summer months. The building was named after the late Harold “Buddy” Demellier who was instrumental in running the County. Lake Rehabilitation (2016 – 2017) The areas adjacent to the lake were in disrepair in which cracked asphalt paths, damaged concrete and the lack of landscaping encompassed the lakes perimeter. Upgrades to the lake area included a new concrete pedestrian path, sitting areas and informational signage. Landscaping and decorative walls were designed to create pedestrian spaces and provide aesthetics along the pathways. Sitting areas were design to encourage social interaction by including chess and seating near the water’s edge. Contact Information (201) 915-1388 Copyright 2023. Hudson County Office of Digital Information