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GATEWAY REGION

The Gateway Region lies along the Northeast border of New Jersey. The region is rich in culture and history and just
minutes to New York City. A visit to Ellis Island, the majestic Statue of Liberty, and the Liberty Science Center are a must.
The region is also host to world class golf courses, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, and Thomas
Edison’s home in West Orange.

There is plenty to see and do in the great outdoors while camping in the Gateway Region. Discover the jagged cliffs of the
Palisades looming 530 feet above the Hudson River. Enjoy the Great Falls of Paterson, where the roar of the water plunging
70 feet into its stone chasm can be heard several city blocks away. Stroll through the many parks in the region and enjoy the
great outdoors. If the weather has you running indoors, the region is rich with
unbelievable shopping opportunities. Small businesses fill the downtowns of
the quaint towns along with shopping malls to lose the day in.

ADVENTURES

Meadowlands Liberty CVB - NJ’s entertainment capital! Professional
sports, dinosaurs, world class shopping and dining, along with historical
sites. The Meadowlands offers something for everyone.
www.mlcvb.com
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Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival – Branch Brook Park, Newark –
The festival usually takes place the first two weeks of April. The festival is a
perfect family day in New Jersey’s pinkest park! A packed schedule of events
includes Japanese cultural demonstrations, children’s activities,
live music, a crafter’s marketplace, food, and more.

Aviation Hall of Fame & Museum of New Jersey – Teterboro Airport -
Dedicated to the preservation of the Garden State’s distinguished aviation
and space heritage. The museum offers visitors an opportunity to view
historic aircraft, aircraft engines, air and space equipment and artifacts,
photographs, fine art and an extensive model collection.
www.njahof.org

Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty – Jersey City – After you learn about your
ancestors’ voyage to America and search for them in the logs, enjoy a boat
ride to the Statue of Liberty and see her as they did on their arrival.
www.libertyellisfoundation.org

Paterson Great Falls - Paterson - In 1791, Paterson, America’s first planned
industrial city, was established, centered around the Great Falls of the Passaic
River. From humble mills would rise industries that changed the face of the
United States. www.patersongreatfalls.org

Get Outdoors – The Gateway Region has a variety of state parks for outdoor
adventures. Some spots to visit include Warinanco Park, Elizabeth River Trail,
Norvin Green State Forest, Wawayanda State Park, Palisades Interstate Park,
Ringwood State Park.

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