Oakland NJ is very much a town that is interested in sports. There may be an abundance of arm chair quaterbacks, but there is also an active population that seeks out sporting competition. It’s something that from kindergarten to seniors can be involved in. The local recreation program has programs in all the sports for youth, and a variety of other sports for the older generation. This can include softball, basketball, tennis, as well as bocci ball.

The many state and county parks surrounding Oakland also offer some of the best hiking available in New Jersey. There are easy trails for a quick loop around the lake, as well as some of the best mountain biking trails available in the surrounding area. It’s one of the reasons that many people choose to live in Oakland, and why many consider moving here.