Happily ever after its landfill and wasteland past, DeKorte Park is a wide expanse of breathtaking views. A splindling of narrow walkways cuts through a flat tidal marsh and waterscape with Manhattan’s skyline marking the horizon. As part of the New Jersey Meadowlands, DeKorte lies directly under the Atlantic Flyway migratory path; it’s a precious haven for hundred of species and a birdwatching mecca. Wooden huts are positioned along the Marsh Discovery Trail’s extensive boardwalk—making excellent spots to spy on the birds while sheltering from the wind/ sun and sipping your hot chocolate/ lemonade.
I’m told—and can well imagine—that sunsets here are amazing.
Along with an education center which offers school tours and a marsh-viewing room, there’s even an observatory!!
From NJSEA:
The William D. McDowell Observatory is open on Wednesdays, year-round, weather permitting. Viewing sessions are for ages 10 and up. Hours vary by season. July hours are 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm. August hours are 8 pm to 10 pm. There is no cost for viewing sessions and advance sign-up is not necessary, Please call the Observatory hotline each Wednesday for operating status. The hotline number is 201-460-4001 and will be updated by 4 pm.
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AS A WINE….
A steely Chardonnay aflush with mineral, pear, and pleasantly bitter citrus notes that linger for a long, long time.
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