Parks and Natural Areas near Ocean County, NJ

Jakes Branch Nature Center 11.11 miles

Beachwood, Ocean County, NJ

The Jakes Branch Nature Center highlights the beauty, history and natural surroundings of the Pine Barrens through ...

• Location

  1100 Double Trouble Road,
  Beachwood, New Jersey 08722

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Johnson Memorial Park 21.44 miles

Jackson, Ocean County, NJ

Johnson Memorial Park is a 95-acre municipal park in Jackson, NJ, offering a wide array of recreational faciliti...

• Location

  192 Kierych Memorial Dr,
  Jackson Township, NJ 08527

• Activities

  Playing in the playground

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Leeds' Point Natural Area 23.40 miles

Galloway, Atlantic County, NJ

This is located in Galloway Township, and accessed through Leeds Point Road, off of Route 9 in Oceanville. It is a ...

• Location

  Leeds Point Rd
  Galloway, New Jersey 08205

• Activities

  BirdwatchingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWalking PathsShade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Trails

  Amenities

Manasquan Beach Front Boardwalk 26.93 miles

Manasquan, Monmouth County, NJ

This mile-long asphalt boardwalk in Manasquan, NJ is the perfect place for an oceanfront run or stroll. Surround yo...

Manasquan Inlet 26.41 miles

Point Pleasant Beach, Ocean County, NJ

Stroll along the boardwalk and jetty while taking a glimpse at shore life. The Manasquan Inlet is a favorite place ...

• Location

  Point Pleasant / Manasquan, New Jersey

• Activities

  Fishing

  Activities

• Amenities

  BathroomsBeachPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Manasquan Reservoir 26.87 miles

Howell, Monmouth County, NJ

The reservoir is the pride Monmouth County park system offering many great activities, both through the park system...

• Location

  311 Windeler Road,
  Howell, New Jersey 07731

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Shop/Serv/Rent

  Kayak / Canoe / Rowboat Rentals

  Shop/Serv/Rent

• Trails

  TrailsSurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsBoat LaunchNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center 26.74 miles

Howell, Monmouth County, NJ

The Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center is dedicated to providing experiences of learning and discovery relate...

• Location

  331 Georgia Tavern Road
  Howell, New Jersey 07731

• Activities

  BirdwatchingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasySurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

• Amenities

  BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrails

  Amenities

Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area (WMA) 26.11 miles

Allenwood, Monmouth County, NJ

Located along the Manasquan River, Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area is a haven for wildlife from the heavil...

• Location

  Ramshorn Drive
  Allenwood, New Jersey 08720

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatSkiing / Snowboarding

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWater Trails (kayak / boat)Shade/Cover: Wooded

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Metedeconk River 21.60 miles

Brick, Ocean County, NJ

The Metedeconk River of southeastern New Jersey flows from its North Branch and its South Branch to their confluenc...

• Location

  Metedeconk River, Ocean County, NJ

• Activities

  BirdwatchingFishingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatSwimming

  Activities

• Trails

  TrailsWater Trails (kayak / boat)

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchTrails

  Amenities

Michael J. Tighe Park 28.45 miles

Freehold, Monmouth County, NJ

Community green space with a playground, seasonal splash pad, skate park & baseball diamonds.

• Location

  65 Georgia Rd,
  Freehold, New Jersey 07728

• Activities

  BirdwatchingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyFitness Trail Walking PathsShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsSkate ParkParking Lot(s)Sprayground / Splashground

  Amenities

Millstone Park 26.55 miles

Millstone, Monmouth County, NJ

Millstone Park at 4 Red Valley Road is a comprehensive recreational facility offering a wide array of activities. I...

• Location

  4 Red Valley Road,
  Millstone, NJ 08510

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsVolleyball CourtsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Multiuse Trails in Allaire State Park 26.65 miles

Farmingdale, Monmouth County, NJ

A network of trails winds through the park, providing opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback ride...

• Location

  Main parking lot is on Hospital Road,
  Wall Township, NJ 07727

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingSkiing / Snowboarding

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasySome are challengingWalking PathsShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: DirtSurface Type: Sandy

  Trails

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Nature Interpretive Center in Allaire State Park 27.02 miles

Farmingdale, Monmouth County, NJ

To help preserve the park's flora and fauna, large areas of Allaire State Park have been left in their natural stat...

• Location

  Allaire State Park,
  4265 Atlantic Ave,
  Wall Township, NJ 07727

• Activities

  BirdwatchingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State Park

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Elv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths

  Trails

• Amenities

  Nature / Environmental Center

  Amenities

Oak Glen Park 26.78 miles

Howell, Monmouth County, NJ

Oak Glen is a nice municipal park located in Howell NJ. It contains numerous recreational areas, including basketba...

• Location

  275 Old Tavern Road
  Howell, New Jersey 07731

• Activities

  Playing in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Oakford Lake Park 20.73 miles

New Egypt, Ocean County, NJ

Oakford Lake Park is located in New Egypt, New Jersey. There is a nice playground, a gazebo, and access to the Cros...

• Location

  Oakford Lake Park,
  Plumsted, New Jersey 08533

• Activities

  FishingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Ocean County Park 21.79 miles

Lakewood, Ocean County, NJ

Ocean County Park in Lakewood, NJ, is a 323-acre historic park, formerly the estate of John D. Rockefeller. It feat...

• Location

  Route 88 (Ocean Ave.)
  Lakewood, New Jersey 08701

• Activities

  Disc Golf / Frisbee GolfFishingJogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalkingSkiing / SnowboardingSwimming

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksDog ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsWalking PathsShade/Cover: Some Shade Shade/Cover: VariedShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsBeachDog Park / Dog AreaPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Orchard Park 26.95 miles

Wall, Monmouth County, NJ

Orchard Park is a nice township park with a few fields, a big and small kid playground, tennis courts, a paved walk...

• Location

  Wall, New Jersey 07719

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Elv Change: Flat / EasyWalking PathsShade/Cover: Some Shade Shade/Cover: VariedSurface Type: Paved

  Trails

• Amenities

  Sports / Athletic FieldsDog Park / Dog AreaPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

  Amenities

Osborn/Treasure/Nienstedt Island (Manasquan River) 24.63 miles

Brielle, Monmouth County, NJ

Escape to Nienstedt Island, famously dubbed "Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson, nestled in the Manasquan R...

• Location

  Manasquan River
  Brielle, New Jersey 08730

• Parks & Gardens

  Historic Area

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  TrailsElv Change: Flat / Easy

  Trails

• Amenities

  Trails

  Amenities

Penny Pot Park of Atlantic County 29.87 miles

Folsom, Atlantic County, NJ

This is a small parcel of land (about 20 acres) located at Spur 561 and Eighth Ave. (right off of Route 322) in Fol...

• Location

  Spur 561 and Eighth Ave,
  Folsom, New Jersey 08037

• Activities

  BirdwatchingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boat

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksPark (General)

  Parks & Gardens

• Amenities

  Boat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch Only

  Amenities

Perrineville Lake Park 29.75 miles

Millstone, Monmouth County, NJ

Perrineville Lake Park offers fishing, hiking, mountain biking and more through the rolling hills of Millstone.

• Location

  Millstone, New Jersey 08510

• Activities

  BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County Parks

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Trails

  Trails

• Amenities

  TrailsParking Lot(s)

  Amenities