Jakes Branch County Park At A Glance...
- Todays Sunrise: 7:00 am, Sunset: 4:33 pm
- New Jersey Shore Region Ocean County
About Jakes Branch County Park
Jakes Branch County Park offers a balance of active and passive recreation opportunities. The nature center in the park will highlight the beauty, history, and natural surroundings of the Pine Barrens. Breathtaking views of the seemingly endless Pine Barrens can be taken in from the observation deck perched atop the nature center. Jakes Branch will also offer opportunities for soccer, baseball/softball, tennis, and basketball in addition to the miles of nature trails laid out by the staff of the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation. The tot lot, picnic grove and open playing fields are sure to appeal to children of all ages.
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Activities:
- Equestrian / Horseback
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Hiking
More like walking
- Jogging / Running
- Mountain Bike
- Playing in the playground
- Walking
Amenities:- Sports / Athletic Fields
- Bathrooms
- Parking Lot(s)
- Nature / Environmental Center
- Picnic / Sitting Area
- Benches
- Picnic tables
- Playground
Trails:- Flat / Easy
- Sandy
- Walking Paths
Park Type:- County Parks
- Park (General)
- Playground
Contact / Location
Our Personal Take...
Back in 2011, we visited Jakes Branch on a VERY cold and windy day. Though we did not get to explore the park, we loved their nature center.
Trail & Path Info
There are many biking and hiking (walking really) trails around the park. Go explore!
Things to See & Do
Visit the nature center and go all the way up to their observation deck. The views are amazing!
Picnics / Lunches / Eating
You will find many picnic areas / tables throughout the developed areas of the park. Why not come on out on a warm summer afternoon for a picnic!
Parking
There is ample regular and handicapped parking all around the park.
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Related Groups / Organizations
Below are a few groups that we have connected to Jakes Branch County Park. If we are missing any, please let us know
Nearby Places
- Jakes Branch County Park (~0 miles)
- Downtown Toms River Farmers Market (~2 miles)
- Beachwood Beach (~2 miles)
- Double Trouble State Park (~2 miles)
- Brown's Woods Preserve (~3 miles)
- Pilates By The Bay (~4 miles)
- Winding River Park (~4 miles)
- Argos Farm (~4 miles)
- Cedar Creek Campground (~4 miles)
- Winding River Skating Center (~4 miles)
- Urban Air Adventure Park: Toms River (~5 miles)
- Skyview Park (~5 miles)
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