My girls had a blast here. The splash pad facility is so impressive. There are two huge play areas…read morewith tons of sprinklers, buckets and water tables. One area is a little bit better for smaller kids so it's nice that they have two different options. The best part about the splash pad is the reservation system. You must make a reservation online, and you have a 1.5 hour time slot. Splash pads can get packed on a hot day, so this was a great way to control the crowd. Once your time is up there's an enormous playground right next door. There is so much to see and do that you could easily spend hours here without getting bored. Overall this is a fantastic township recreation area. It's clean and well-maintained, and there are endless play options for kids.

This is one of the cleanest parks I have walked through in Monmouth County. There are trash bins…read moreeverywhere and 2.3 miles of paved trails for you and your family to enjoy. The trails are perfect for walking your furry dogs, in-line skating, cycling, easy walking and pushing strollers. There is also a repair station with a tire pump and tools found near the basketball courts. The Challenger Place has finally finished and is a designed playground for kids who are blind or visually impaired. Their sport courts include tennis and basketball courts, as well as an in-line skating rink. The athletic field is available for rental and may be used for baseball games but not for practices. I have heard they have swimming pools but I personally did not see it. Instead, I saw a spray ground (water-enhanced playground) which was to open in mid-May but given our current situation with the COVID-19 outbreak, this is doubtful for mid-May 2020 due to the pandemic restrictions. Normally, it would open mid-May through early September. I would imagine the busiest time to be there with kids is during the height of summer because summer camps are held there by the Monmouth County Park System and Challenged Youth Sports from Middletown.

This is a hidden gem in Marlboro. Iykyk. Best place for sunsets, picnics, dog walks, adventures and…read morebike ride. In the winter the hills are nice to sled down. It's the best park

This park is a great little local gem. It's definitely not one of the most popular Monmouth county…read moreparks, so it never feels overcrowded, but it is also never deserted. At one time this park was a local ski spot and there are still some remnants of the ski buildings remaining. Part of it was also used by the Marlboro psychiatric hospital, that was located across the street before being demolished. There are some remnants from the pig farm remaining. You can also get to the psychiatric hospital cemetery from the trails. Currently the park is home to a portion of the Henry Hudson trail. There is a climbing wall that is used maybe once a year by the parks department, follow their page for the free event. There is a pool used by local camps. There is also basketball courts and a playground here. The county has recently been removing invasive plants and adding bird houses. In the winter this is a semi-popular local spot to sled (although there is a lot more brush beneath the snow and at the top of the hill than the sledding hill at Holmdel park). If you're in the area this is a great spot to wander around.

Nice spot to hang out and drink some beer. They had a band playing music and some good vibes. The…read morewaterfront is a very nice spot with lots of nice people walking around enjoying the sights, the stores and the food. This is a small town with small town vibes. I love the antique stores and the small shops in the area.

The playground is fenced in, which is great since it's so close to the road. The playground also…read morehas safe flooring which makes a big difference compared to other parks/playgrounds. The favorite part for us was the toddler/baby swing and an adult seat so you can enjoy the excitement together with views of the bay. Everything is in working condition and plenty of things to do.

Beautiful park , they have summer concerts and fireworks which is so much fun …read more They also have food trucks , but it should be a bigger variety . Their portable bathrooms are actually very well stocked with toilet tissue and hand sanitizers. The only downer is that it definitely needs more shaded areas and some bug treatment , I know it's summer but Jesus the amount of mosquitos , flies and every other bug in the world needs to be addressed somehow , maybe spray the grass ?? All in all the park is big and beautiful .

I don't know how long SMP has been here but I'm guessing at least 10 years. It is primarily scores…read moreof acres of athletic fields. I counted at least 3 baseball fields, 2 soccer fields, and room for a dozen more. Tonight is Howell night. A yearly event with vendors, representation from police, fire, first aid, food, two bands, and more. Parking wasn't bad a nice venue for this kind of thing.

The ongoing pandemic has definitely taken a toll on lot of businesses and public places since a…read moreconsumer mindset to buy anything outside of essential or to visit a public place like a park or beach, has crippled down significantly. Now by living with it has become the new normal, it is commendable on how these businesses and public places continue to remain open and cater to the general public by following the safety standards. We wanted to find some place for a nice evening walk and ran into this in Google maps. It was a 30 minute drive from our place, to get here. The parking had a lot of spaces and wasn't too busy. We took a nice walk by the beach. The beach was closed by fences in a lot of places warning on the high lead content the water would contain. The roads, children play area and the side gardens were well maintained. Most of the people were weary of the pandemic and wore masks, but not everyone. The overall distance would be a good 2 mile walk that was not hard and was enjoyable to do by the bay.

Eww. I was looking for a local spot to spend some time by the beach and found this park on Google…read moremaps. It's beautiful enough when you get here, how can you go wrong with an ocean and good weather. However, the moment I saw the EPA hazard sign that you can see in the photos, it was like finding a hair in a five-star restaurant. Turned me off to this park completely and I just left. They need to clean up their act.

Wow by far the nicest public outdoor tennis courts I have ever played on. This park kind of made me…read morefeel like an inner city kid from one of those cliche sports movies when I thought of the condition of the courts near my home. This is a beautiful park set in the middle of a bunch of 3,000-4,000 square foot home developments. If you play tennis especially flex tennis try to set your match for here. They also have two nice full court basketball courts and clean bathrooms that are always open.

Poricy Park has two separate entrances. The main one is located on Oak Hill Rd. where you will find…read morevarious trails from easy to challenging. Check the map.This area also has an historic farmhouse, that can be viewed inside. Bird watching is observed too. I had to be silent. The second entrance is located on Middletown-Lincroft Road, where the fossil beds are. I am told that these fossil beds are well known to fossil collectors in the Northeast. There are certain rules when you are digging in this area. Check online if you are " fossiling ". Pretty cool seeing people with high fishing boots in a bog. Another interesting Monmouth County Park.

Fun at any age! Exploring the park today, it was a wonderful adventure in nature. The children and…read moremy husband had a fantastic time!

The park is the site of a major battle between George Washington s Continental army and the British…read moreforces under General Clinton. The park is well laid out and it was filled with enthusiasm as volunteers acted out the battle on its anniversary. Staff here were unusually pleasant and helpful. Highly recommended.

What a gorgeous little activity we did today. Such a detailed museum with lots of information about…read morethe battle. There's a lovely man who knows everything about the battle and a movie. You unfortunately can't take photos inside. I definitely recommend it if you come here! 10/10