Great spot to park your car, reconnect with nature, breathe in some fresh air, and recharge your…read morebatteries. Calming and serene.

I am a local of this area and went to Allaire for the Duck Derby this past weekend. I must say: I…read moreloved it!!! The blacksmith shop was so interesting and the employee was super knowledgeable when I asked question. I felt really welcomed and I learned a lot. The event itself was fun and well organized. I enjoyed bringing my dog, the free glitter tattoos, and the atmosphere. I loved watching the ducks race down the creek, it was so fun!

Been there a couple of times taking the grandkids on the train ride and explored the little town…read morewith bakery and blacksmith and a couple of buildings carriage House ,school house, residence house, church and gift shop .Pack a lunch for a picnic or barbecue using one of the grills with picnic tables or walk one of the trails.

This is my family's favorite spot for a leisure stroll. We'd almost always come for a walk when the…read moreweather is nice, especially after a big meal. It allows for all sorts of activities in a compact 71 acre space. This is also a great spot to view the fall foliage. There are 2 entrances. The main entrance is off Pond Rd. There is a side entrance off Robertsville Rd but that parking lot can accommodate only about half a dozen cars. A typical walk is a round trip from between the 2 entrances and you'll rack up about 2 miles. There is an excursion trail around the outside boundaries of the park beginning at the Robertsville entrance. With that you can make up 3 miles which was what I used to do when I was training for the varsity cross-country team. The pond is good for boating and fishing and is stocked with trout every year. The playground is right by the pond and is a great photo spot for your kids. There is a stage and a nice-sized pavilion in front of it. Perfect for a summer concert or play. There are benches and picnic tables throughout. In my most recent visit (Oct'21) I was pleasantly surprised to find that they've added a large number of brand new benches and picnic tables made with recycled material. Also, the parking lot at the main entrance has been redone and doubled the capacity. For these surprises I'm bumping the rating up to 5 stars. PS. If you're into mountain biking, I'll let you in on a local secret. There is a technical course adjacent to the southeast side of the park and you can access it at the end of Brookwood Dr.

Definitely not the best maintained park in the area but still a hidden gem. Tucked away just behind…read morethe hustle and bustle on route 9 lies this picturesque little park. There is something for everyone to enjoy here. Bring your canoes or kayaks. There is a boat launch near the entrance. You can fish here, the lake is stocked with fish. We have yet to catch anything but plants and a snapping turtle. There is a nice trail along the lake to walk or bike. There is a little playground too but this is probably the worst maintained area of the park. There are no bathrooms here but there are porta potties. Every time I've been here when it's warm the ice cream truck has come in here. Other than that there are no concession stands. Just pack a lunch and enjoy at one of the picnic tables.

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.

Beautiful resurfaced tennis courts that get very busy in the summer time. You can go online and…read morereserve them for a fee if needed. Otherwise just go in early afternoon and you should be good. A lot of other stuff to do here too. Pickleball courts are always packed and bball courts are right there. Check it out.

POINT PLEASANT: Riverfront Park has a beautiful view of the Manasquan River and is a great spot to…read moretake your dog for a short walk along the pier. There is also a pavilion with a picnic area and charcoal grills, bocce court, playground, and open field area with benches to enjoy the view.

My dogs love it here. Again, many don't respect leash laws or personal space. Generally old rich…read morewhite boomers with no manners or who are miserable. Beautiful sunsets. Beautiful mornings. Space for everyone if they could just use their heads. And pick up after your dogs guys. Kids play and run there.

EATONTOWN: Bliss Price Arboretum and Wildlife Sanctuary is a serene hidden gem, offering peaceful…read morewalking trails, acres of beautiful woodlands, and a safe haven for local wildlife. While we only took a short stroll, we were captivated by the natural beauty and quiet charm of the park. One of our favorite touches is the Little Free Library near the parking lot, perfect for grabbing a book to enjoy on one of the benches. Pack a picnic, bring a good read, and soak in the tranquility of this lovely spot.

This is one of those parks that truly has something for everyone. Paved trails, wooded trails,…read moremountain biking trails (#allairemtbtrails on IG for pics), camping and even a historic village to explore. Unlike many state parks there is no admission fee here. Parking is free and plentiful. There are several lots to park in. I'd highly suggest looking at their website and the maps on it. This park is MASSIVE!

FARMINGDALE: The Historic Village at Allaire is such a wonderful place and has so many wonderful…read moreevents! Allaire was a factory town back in the 1800's and is now a year-round park with hiking trails, tons of events, and even shopping! Leashed dogs are allowed except for inside the buildings. We were recently at the Witches, Wizards, and Wands event hosted by New Jersey Food Truck Events and Your New Jersey and it was SO MUCH FUN and a great job was done by the Allaire staff! Brie was blessed by the bubble fairy (meadowlarkthefaerie), watched magic tricks, walked in the dog costume parade, met a bunch of witches, wizards, and even a bewitched tree, watched a juggling act, listened to music and the train, and met so many wonderful people! We even ran into Kamryn Hope, another dog who gets out and about as much as Brie! There are entrance fees charged from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. And most events have an admission charge that goes directly to Allaire. Other events include: Flea markets Craft shows Performances Lantern Tours 4 Paws Sake Family Fun Fest And much more...

The very best casual wedding ever!! The guest absolutely enjoyed themselves with all the fun…read moreactivities!!

We decided to hold our 30th HS reunion at Oak Tree yesterday, and I am so glad we did! Everyone had…read morea fantastic time. The DeCuir family treated us very well. The food was plentiful, the facilities were great. The kids spent most of the day in the pool, leaving the adults to have a great time. Anything we needed was provided. The ribs & chicken were great, everyone liked the burgers and hot dogs, and the extras were good, too. One friend commented that the potato salad was one of the best she ever tasted. If you're going to have a large reunion, picnic, party, etc, have it here. It's much better to have a casual event than a stuffy one. I'm so glad one of my classmates suggested I check this place out, because it was just what we needed.