About this Location

Facility Overview

The Lower Parking Lot at the Community Foundation of New Jersey is situated along scenic Kahdena Road in Morristown, NJ, directly serving the headquarters campus located at Knox Hill Road. Designed primarily as an outdoor, open-air surface parking area, this ground-level lot is integrated into the surrounding rolling wooded landscape of Morris Township and Morristown. Because it is completely open-air without an overhead deck or height-restrictive roof barriers, the facility offers unlimited vertical clearance, making it effortlessly suitable for standard sedans, station wagons, compact vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, executive SUVs, and taller transit vans visiting the campus or participating in foundation activities.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located just northwest of Morristown’s historic center, the lot offers a calm and accessible setting while maintaining proximity to key local landmarks, nature trails, and downtown destinations:

Community Foundation of New Jersey Headquarters: Located directly on campus, providing immediate walkway access for staff, donors, trustees, and nonprofit partners attending meetings or events.
Streeter Pool and Burnham Park: Situated less than 1 mile away, offering community recreational facilities, athletic fields, scenic ponds, and tranquil walking paths.
Morristown National Historical Park (Jockey Hollow & Ford Mansion): Approximately a 5 to 7 minute drive, welcoming history enthusiasts and nature lovers to George Washington’s winter encampment and museum.
Morristown Green & Downtown Dining: Located about 2 miles southeast (a 6 to 8 minute drive), featuring premier cultural venues like the Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), diverse restaurants, bars, and retail shops.
Morris Museum & Bickford Theatre: A short 10-minute drive eastward, showcasing prominent fine art exhibits, mechanical instruments, and live theater productions.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Arriving at the facility is straightforward via major regional corridors. Drivers traveling from downtown Morristown typically take Washington Street (County Route 510) westbound, turning right onto Kahdena Road just past the municipal swimming facilities. The lot is positioned conveniently off the access drive, with clear line-of-sight ingress and egress. For regional travelers, Interstate 287 (Exit 35 or 36) and Route 24 connect directly into central Morristown, allowing for a quick transition from highway speeds to residential avenues. Commuters utilizing public transit can connect via the Morristown Train Station (NJ Transit Morris & Essex Lines), which provides direct rail access to Midtown Manhattan (New York Penn Station) and Hoboken, located just a brief 7 to 9 minute rideshare or taxi trip from the campus.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Spacious layout with zero overhead restrictions, accommodating taller passenger vans and large pickup trucks.
Paved and Marked Stalls: Clearly demarcated vehicle bays with designated accessible (ADA) spaces located adjacent to paved walking paths.
Natural Surroundings: Quiet, low-stress suburban environment shaded by mature trees.
Exterior Lighting: Installed pole fixtures for increased evening visibility and safety along walkways.
Complimentary Visitor Access: Generally operated as free on-site surface parking dedicated to guests, visitors, and participants attending scheduled meetings at the foundation.

Ideal For

Foundation Visitors & Donors: Philanthropists, committee members, and nonprofit leaders attending foundation consultations, symposiums, and board meetings.
Local Event Guests: Attendees of designated private functions, educational workshops, or community gatherings hosted on-site.
Business Professionals: Regional partners and consultants seeking hassle-free, congestion-free parking during daytime appointments.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When navigating to the lot, enter \'Kahdena Rd, Morristown, NJ\' or \'Community Foundation of New Jersey\' into your GPS navigation system to avoid confusion with neighboring private residences. Kahdena Road is a winding two-lane residential street; drivers are advised to observe posted neighborhood speed limits and watch for cyclists or pedestrians. During winter weather and heavy snowfall, take care on sloping approach drives and select stalls cleared by maintenance crews. If visiting Morristown for downtown dining or shows at MPAC after your foundation visit, plan to relocate your vehicle to one of the central Morristown Parking Authority garages, such as the DeHart Street or Ann/Bank Street decks, for immediate walking access to the Green.