The park's disc golf course is rated as one of the most challenging in Northern New Jersey due to its elevation changes.
The archery range requires users to possess a valid Union County archery permit to practice.
The park was developed on land that was formerly part of a larger agricultural and residential tract before county acquisition.
The multi-use trail system connects to broader regional greenway planning efforts in Union County.
Oak Ridge Park is a 77-acre recreational facility located in Clark, New Jersey, managed by the Union County Parks Department. It is distinct for hosting one of the few dedicated archery ranges in the county park system. The park features an 18-hole disc golf course that winds through varied terrain including wooded areas and open fields. Athletic facilities include multiple soccer and softball fields that are frequently reserved for organized leagues. A paved multi-use path provides a circuit for walking, running, and cycling. The park grounds also encompass picnic groves and open green spaces suitable for passive recreation. Parking is available on-site near the main recreational zones. The site serves as a central hub for county-wide outdoor sports programming.
The elevated tee pads on the disc golf course offer panoramic views of the park's rolling landscape.
Bring your own disc golf equipment, as there are no rental facilities on-site.
Check the Union County Parks website for field closure notices after heavy rainfall.
Wear insect repellent during the warmer months, especially when near the wooded disc golf holes.
Do not attempt to use the archery range without the required county permit, as enforcement is present.
Fields may be closed seasonally for turf recovery; disc golf and archery range access can be restricted during sanctioned tournaments.
Practice pack-in/pack-out waste disposal; yield to pedestrians on paved trails.
