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Secaucus is one of the most underrated towns in Hudson County. Wrapped by the Hackensack River and the Meadowlands, it is full of marsh trails, river parks and hometown events, plus easy shopping and a direct train hub. Here are our favorite things to do in Secaucus. For more riverfront walks around the county, see our guide to the best waterfront parks in Hudson County for fall.
Laurel Hill Park
This Hudson County park is home to Snake Hill, a volcanic rock formation more than 150 million years old that juts about 150 feet into the sky. Walk the river’s edge, launch a kayak onto the Hackensack River or catch a game on the lighted fields, including the county’s only lighted synthetic cricket field.
- Hours: Check the county parks page
- Location: Laurel Hill Road, Secaucus
- Cost: Free
- More info: Hudson County Parks
Mill Creek Marsh Trail
A restored 209 acre marsh managed by the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, Mill Creek is one of the best places in the region to spot ducks, shorebirds and wading birds, especially during fall migration. Bring binoculars.
- Hours: Daylight hours recommended
- Location: Mill Creek Marsh, Secaucus (trailhead with a paved lot)
- Cost: Free
- More info: NJ Sports and Exposition Authority
Mill Creek Point Park
This small riverside park at the mouth of Mill Creek offers benches, wide Hackensack River views and a launch ramp for canoes and kayaks. It is a peaceful spot for a picnic.
- Hours: Check locally before visiting
- Location: Mill Ridge Road, Secaucus
- Cost: Free
- More info: NJ Audubon Meadowlands guide
Schmidt’s Woods Park
A 14 acre multi use park that protects one of the last remnant woodlands in the Meadowlands. The short trail is easy for kids, and the town hosts seasonal events here, including Spooky Saturday on October 24 and Trick or Treat in the Woods on Halloween afternoon. For more spooky plans, see our roundup of Halloween events in Hudson County.
- Hours: Dawn to dusk
- Location: Off Mill Ridge Road, Secaucus
- Cost: Free
- More info: NJ Audubon Meadowlands guide
Secaucus Public Library
The library runs a busy calendar of programs for kids and adults. Coming up: a Halloween Spooktacular for kids ages 4 and up on Tuesday, October 27, with 4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. time slots. Registration is required.
- Hours: See the library website
- Location: 1379 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus
- Cost: Free programs; some require registration
- More info: Secaucus Public Library
Secaucus Recreation Center
The town’s recreation center hosts classes, leagues and community celebrations. On Saturday, October 24, it hosts Dandiya Dhamaka with the Indian Caucus of Secaucus from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with tickets at $20.
- Hours: Varies by program
- Location: 1200 Koelle Boulevard, Secaucus
- Cost: Varies by program
- More info: Secaucus Recreation
The Plaza at Harmon Meadow
For shopping, dining and a movie, Harmon Meadow puts big name stores, restaurants and a cinema in one plaza about three miles from the Lincoln Tunnel. It is an easy rainy day plan.
- Hours: Varies by store
- Location: Harmon Meadow, Secaucus
- Cost: Free to visit
- More info: Harmon Meadow
Town of Secaucus events calendar
Secaucus does hometown events well. This fall alone, the town lineup includes a Haunted Forest by the Secaucus High School Class of 2028 on Sunday, October 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. ($5 entry) and a Night of Mischief for grades 5 to 8 on Friday, October 30 at the Buchmuller Basketball Courts. Bookmark the town calendar for what is next.
- Date: Updated year round
- Location: Locations across Secaucus
- Cost: Many events are free
- More info: Town of Secaucus upcoming events
Secaucus is also easy to reach without a car: Secaucus Junction connects to NJ Transit rail lines, which makes it a simple day trip from anywhere in the county.
Planning more outings? Check things to do in Hudson County this weekend and our list of fall festivals in Hudson County.
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Featured photo: Mill Creek Point boardwalk, Secaucus. Photo: Jim.henderson via Wikimedia Commons (CC0).
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