The Permit Unit is the division of the Essex County Department of Parks responsible for assigning permits for use of its fields, facilities, special events and activities. On this page you will find guidelines for use of park facilities, applications and instructions to secure required permits, and images of facilities available for rent. (Please email Permits@parks.essexcountynj.org for general questions about permits and application submissions).
2025 Applications will not be taken until November 2024.
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Picnic areas are located in South Mountain Reservation, Eagle Rock Reservation, Glenfield Park, Grover Cleveland Park and Weequahic Park. Cook-outs and Barbeques are permitted in these designated areas only. No alcohol is permitted in any essex county park and amplified music is not permitted in picnic areas.
Outdoor Picnic events with minimal setup and under 20 people are allowed without a permit. Grilling is only permitted in the park locations on this Picnic Application.
