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    Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook

    4.7 (23 reviews)

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    Mel M.

    ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS: this area, along with the Highlands, keeps rockin' with really great dog friendly activities. Part of the Monmouth County Park System, Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook is the highest elevation point between southern Maine to the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico. That's pretty incredible and offers stunning views of Sandy Hook, the Atlantic ocean, and NYC skyline and surrounding NY cities. It is such a special spot and also includes a beautiful 9/11 memorial. Please be respectful when you are exploring the property with your dog.

    Ric T.

    Isn't this the highest point on the East Coast? Or is it just NJ? Anyway, it's a great view of Sandy Hook and the New York City skyline. This is a really nice tribute to those that fell on 9/11/01. The monument there is a grim reminder of that.

    Chris H.

    What can you say about this place? I found this place by accident in the late 90s. It was just a cool spot to eat lunch and look at the NY City skyline. It has become so much more. Mount Mitchell is the location of Monmouth County's 9/11 Memorial. Whoever designed this nailed it. The walkway is a timeline, the statue base is a pentagon, the names of those residents lost are engraved in the side. It is stunning. There is also a small memorial at the base of the flagpole for those lost in the hostage crisis during the Carter administration. It's not all somber reflection. You can see the NY skyline, the Statue of Liberty, Sandy Hook. It's a beautiful spot. There is even a playground off to the side to let the little ones burn off some energy. If you're in the area, stop by. You'll never forget it.

    Tracy S.

    LOVE is an understatement for this. I had no idea this overlook existed until on a whim I was looking for an adventure. I will say on a clear day you would have 100% better view but I was still able to see the NYC skyline! The views are endless and so peaceful and serene. It's a quick drive from Red Bank, NJ and located in Central New Jersey! I am hoping to go back when it's warmer out.

    Donna P.

    On our way back from Sandy Hook we stopped here so we could see the Hook from the other side. Clear day beautiful view of NYC skyline. Very nice area to sit, relax and admire the view. Several benches. They have coin operated viewers to use if you don't have your own binoculars. There is a 911 memorial.

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    Jason P.

    I was in the area visiting the Twin Lights Historic Site and found this attraction nearby. I figure it was only a few minutes away so I decided to give it a go. The landscaping was beautiful. Excellent views from way high up. The 9/11 memorial is beautiful though. I spent about 10-15 minutes there and thats about it. Don't make this a destination, I would recommend it only if you are in the area.

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    Patrick M.

    Mt. Mitchill Park is one of the the highest points along the New Jersey Shore. It looks across the bay into Staten Island, Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn. It is a million dollar view for sure. A new feature of the park is a 9-11 memorial that contains the names of all the Monmouth County residents that lost there lives on 9/11/2007. They are all listed by towns. It is a very moving experience to walk around the base and read the names. Mt. Mitchill Scenic Overlook is a small park and will not hold your interest for more than an hour but you will be glad you stopped by.

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    Viktoriya L.

    I love this location. It is beautiful and well kept. The view is stunning. This place simply must be visited if you are in the area. There are not many in NJ like this.

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    4 years ago

    Gorgeous, hidden, great scenic overview. Ample parking, seconds off RT36. Worth a detour!

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    Cool spot to go to - could be fewer tree branches blocking the view - but hood to check out if in the area

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    Beautiful! Don't forget your 500mm super zoom lens for a fantastic shot of NYC!

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    Beautiful,scenic spot. You can see all over, the shoreline and parts of New York

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    It's beautiful, although small. The view is amazing and the grounds are spectacular to walk through. There's a 9/11 tribute too.

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