Hartshorne Woods Park

"Awesome place to go to hang out with kids. Plenty of space to ride their bicycles. Lots of biodiversity to witness. It would have been awesome if there are some benches set for people to rest."

"It's been years since I was in this park. The trails are just as nice now as they were back then. Very well marked and maintained. Some of the trails are wooded dirt trails and others are paved. Great views of the river and ocean from the battery trail. I walked a few of the shorter trails and most of the loop. It's a busy park, especially on wknds. There are other lots and other trails throughout the park land you can go to as well. This one also has a bathroom and water fountains for both human and pets. Great park with trails for all hiking levels. 3rd photo is proof of the lantern fly infestation in that area."

"We came 16-00 Saturday and it was only 2 cars there in parking lot :) I love this park you can go inside of the woods or stay in the loop near the water !!"

"Love the trails, Some are very challenging while others make for a great ride. Every time I go it seems like I find something new like different trails or just things along the way. Lots of history in that area"

"Hartshorne Woods Park is a beautiful hilly wooded 794 acre site overlooking the Navesink River. This park is one of the highest elevations along the Atlantic Coast and was a coastal defense site for the NY harbor because of this. I was able to climb to the top of the Lewis Overlook and enjoy the scenic views. It’s a great place to run, ride your bike and walk your dog. The trees provide a lot of shade. You can stay on the wide paved paths or venture in the woods. Fun Fact: Hartshorne Woods Park has the most extensive and challenging trails in the Monmouth County Park System; over 15 miles."