Great park wonderful place to go and hang out we miss it everyday. There is always something going…read moreon.

Live coming here. It is peaceful, calm, such great way to be in nature. There is a little zoo,…read morelake, playground, fields, courts and picnic areas. You can reserve picnic areas for your events like birthday parties, baby showers or any other small gatherings. You can get food trucks with permissions.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this park. It is my stress reliever. The most amazing hiking trails. It's so…read morepeaceful you don't believe you are only 45 mins away from New York City.

I love this park. I came here with my best friend to go for a nice hike. This park is very nice, if…read moreyou looking to escape from the world for a lil bit go on the different trails and enjoy nature!!

A fantastic location for the 4th of July fireworks over the water!!…read moreIt was recommended by my hotel, Molly P. Lots of benches and space to see the fantastic view!! Clean and open! Very beautiful to see the boats passing by ! I loved my time here!!

Red bank is a great town. It has just about everything great shopping excellent restaurants and a…read morenice walkway along the Shrewsbury river.

Beautiful free beach! Part of the Monmouth county park system so they offer all types of activities…read morehere. My kids love the free summer seining!!! They are doing an incredible job replenishing the beach here after Sandy. And dogs are allowed on the beach year round!

So I've lived down the street for close to 20years . There has been so much of a improvement in…read morethis down and since the devastation of hurricane sandy. It's a good place for the summer as a beach spot with good restaurants and delis around for lunch, also very historic!

Beautiful park! Great for people of all ages and abilities. There are multiple trails for bikers,…read morejoggers, people with strollers, walkers and kiddos. Deeper into the park there is a lake where people bring canoes! I love that this park has so many layers. Even when there are many people there, using the playground, hanging out at the lake, hiking, etc., it feels like you're all alone because there are so many spots for people to be! It never feels crowded like other parks which make me feel like there was no point in going (I go to escape crowds!). It can get a little swampy after the rain, so wear suitable shoes. I slid down a hill once and my shoes saved the day. Lots of winding trails and water views, so bring a camera!

Named after the social welfare reformer Geraldine Thompson (who was an influential woman in NJ…read morepolitics and history way back in the day when Republicans actually believed that the government should be proactive in ameliorating social ills), this park features a beautiful restored estate home, beautifully maintained landscaping, and numerous activities for the public. This park is simply elegant and an oasis away from the world. Thompson had a long career of political activism and public service on behalf of prison reform, public health and juvenile justice in New Jersey, and was a generous benefactor of psychiatric services and college scholarships for the needy. Geraldine Thompson was active for many years in the state's Republican Party, and, in 1923, became the first female New Jersey delegate to a Republican National Convention. She shared a great many social welfare interests with her lifelong friend, Eleanor Roosevelt. During her later life she played an influential role in preserving Island Beach as a state park, and promoted the conservation of wildlife habitat. This park is a truly fitting monument to this woman's memory, and it is thankfully a treasure which the public can utilize for recreation and the elevation of everyday life.

Located across the street from Deep Cut Gardens. This nice hilly park is also run by the Monmouth…read moreCounty Park System. It has 5 major trails, from easy to moderate. I did the easy trail, named Holly Grove. Since I was not familiar with the park I wanted to try Holly Grove first. It is 1 km in length,, a winding Trail through the woods. I found that I could run most of it, but since it was so hot I did not. Next time I'll trek through the moderate ones. The park also has a playground for children and a building for local events, plus clean restrooms. The park closes at dusk.

Great place to get beautiful area. Nice, following trail. Is it to follow? Clearly, Martk. It's a…read moregood hike experience. Just make sure you enter an O into it and not a 4 o'clock. Don't wanna be in there when it's dark.

Lots of Parking space when we arrived around 11-12nn but…read moredoes have entrance fee of $10 per car and $10 per adult as of June 2026. Area is very well kempt and beach is clean. Restrooms are available as well as a shower/rinsing area. There is a limited food option from the concession area and there isnt a "boardwalk" so you just enjoy the beach and playground within the vicinity. the playground though is amazing! its quite clean and i love that they have shaded areas to sit and relax. The play areas itself has no shade at all though so can get quite hot. Some porta potties available.

It's that time of the year again! The Garden State Parkway is flooded with cars driving down to the…read moreJersey Shore all summer long. Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park is one of my favorite destinations for an enjoyable beach day. If you prefer a quieter and more peaceful type of beach experience, this is the right place for you. Hours are from 8AM-9:30PM. Guarded swimming is from 10AM-5PM. Admission is $10 per person and parking is $10 per vehicle. While this price may seem hefty for some, I think it's worth it. They have a huge parking lot with immediate walking access to the beach. You won't have to worry about finding street parking like many other Jersey beaches. Anyone ages 17 and under get free entry. Military and veterans (including their spouse and children) get free admission and parking. I wish they provided a discount for senior citizens. After 5pm, it's free for all individuals. What I love the most about this beach is how clean and quiet it is. You can tell that the park rangers take very good care of it. There isn't any trash laying around and the sand is clean. It's never overly crowded, so there's plenty of space to lay around. Most patrons are respectful and well behaved. They don't provide chair or umbrella service, so you have to bring your own. No, the water isn't completely crystal clear..... lol but as of lately, it's been looking a lot more blue, clearer, and prettier :-) There are designated areas for surfing. Waves can be rough and high tide is no joke, so don't sink okayyyyy. There are bathrooms and showers available. Other than the beach, there's a large playground, skateplex, and volleyball areas. The only major con is that there's not much else to do. There isn't a boardwalk, so you won't have access to a lot of food, bars, shops, and entertainment. They have one food/snack pavilion that offers your traditional greasy American fare - burgers, hot dogs, chicken tenders, etc. Breakfast bagels and sandwiches are served until 11AM. There are plenty of picnic tables and umbrellas around to enjoy your food. If you want more of a food scene, the Long Branch Pier Village is literally a 3-5 minute drive away. See yaaaaaaaaaa at the shore!

Recently visited this Beachfront Park with a group of friends in an impromptu plan. It was a…read morepleasant surprise, its a small isolated beach with a small kid's playground adjacent it. We visited the park in the afternoon, the water was calm and the beach wasn't too steep. Found few people fishing along the shore and enjoying early spring evening. The atmosphere was pleasant, very relaxing and perfect for hang out with friends and family at the beach. There is a field where one can enjoy a quick run or bike ride in the summer. Also found a small kids playground adjacent to the beach ideal for families visiting with kids. There is also a free parking lot next to the park with a community rest room. The restroom is very poorly maintained and would suggest you to not use it unless necessary. Overall I would strongly recommend you to visit the park for a relaxing pleasant evening with friends and family at the beach.