John S. Watson Park

John S. Watson Park is situated on 66 acres off of Upper Ferry Road or Scotch Road.  It was formerly called Rambling Creek Park.  The site is named for John S. Watson, former Ewing resident, first African-American elected to the Board of Chosen Freeholders in Mercer County, and six-term legislator in the New Jersey General Assembly from the 15th Legislative District. He was the father of our current Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman.

Passive Recreation: Enjoy a quiet experience in our secluded park, have a picnic, take the kids to the playground and/or enjoy a stroll on the grounds.

Active Recreation:  Enjoy a game of softball or a soccer match. 

The facilities here include 2 barbeque areas, a pavilion, picnic tables, 1 adult softball field, and playground equipment. A Port-o-john is onsite during the season. The Carlton section of this park has an adult softball field and outdoor roller-hockey rink.

The Lou LiMato Soccer Fields are accessible from the Scotch Road entrance to the park.

Playground  Inventory

• Playground (appropriate for ages 2 -5 | 5 - 12)
• 2 swings (Ages 2 - 5)
• 2 swings (Ages 5 - 12)

Fisher Middle School Playground Inventory

Take a quick walk over the bridge to access additional facilities at the Fisher Middle School.

• playground equipment for ages 2 - 5 and 5 -12
• 1 swing ages 2 - 5 and 5 swings for ages 5 -12 

• Park is closed from dusk to dawn
• Pick up all trash including pet waste
• Keep pets under control
• Please respect the privacy of neighbors
• Adult supervision in playground area is strong recommended
• No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs and other controlled substances are permitted