{"id":167282,"date":"2024-03-26T21:00:41","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T01:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theasburygirl.com\/?p=167282"},"modified":"2026-05-27T09:58:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T13:58:24","slug":"best-hiking-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-hiking-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/","title":{"rendered":"The 12 Best Hiking + Walking Trails at the Jersey Shore"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"best hike walk trails jersey shore new jersey\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">nature<\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the weather warms up, indoor fitness classes and walking pads can be swapped out for fresh air steps at some of the Jersey Shore\u2019s best recreational parks and hiking trails. Hiking, or walking, at the Jersey Shore is unique because instead of rugged terrains and mountain trails, visitors will find serene paths and scenic overlooks that almost always lead to a <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/news\/beach-badge-prices-2026-jersey-shore\/\">sandy beach<\/a> or picturesque shoreline. Monmouth and Ocean County\u2019s recreation departments provide locals (and bennies) with well-maintained trails that wind through various habitats, including salt marshes, tidal estuaries, and maritime forests. These safe, family-friendly, and dog-friendly coastal routes provide stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, not-so-faraway New York City, and local wildlife, as well as opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and picnicking. <\/span><b>Keep reading to find out where to take a scenic walk or hike at the Jersey Shore.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167287 \" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey.jpg\" alt=\"best hike walk trails jersey shore new jersey\" width=\"451\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Atlantic Highlands<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monmouthcountyparks.com\/page.aspx?Id=2525\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Henry Hudson Trail \/ Popamora Point<\/a> | 945 State Highway 36<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CTqNzCtgB7Z\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; 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width: 224px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CTqNzCtgB7Z\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by NJ Hiking (@njhiking)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popamora Point is part of the northern section of the Henry Hudson Trail that begins close to Sandy Hook. The paved and level pathway hugs the coast, alternating between gravel and dirt. The trail works well for walkers, runners, and cyclists looking to take on a waterside route. The easy trail has several entrances to the beach areas and ultimately leads to Harbor Park, or beyond, for those feeling adventurous.&nbsp; This trail has a nice breeze, views of NYC, bathrooms, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/picnic-items-spots-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">picnic tables<\/a>, a parking lot, and a small dog park.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/beach-alternatives-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Beach Hater\u2019s Guide to the Jersey Shore in the Summer<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Belmar<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmar.com\/departments\/recreation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maclearie Park<\/a> | 905 NJ-35<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167288\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"best hike walk trails jersey shore new jersey maclearie park\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-maclearie-park.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maclearie Park is located on the Shark River in Belmar, right off Route 35. The easygoing riverside park has a walking trail made of gravel that can be followed all the way to Marina Grille and towards the boat docks. Maclearie Park has tennis courts, pickleball courts, a playground, a picnic area with tables and grills, and restrooms that are open during peak season. There is no fee to enter the park, and parking, while limited, is also free. <strong><em>JSG<\/em> pro-tip:<\/strong>&nbsp; Maclearie Park is also an ideal sunset-watching location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Brick<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/brickmua.com\/reservoir\/resdirections.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brick Reservoir<\/a> | 811 Herbertsville Road<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BEMtoURSQ3b\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BEMtoURSQ3b\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Brick Township Reservoir (@brick_reservoir)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Brick Reservoir \u2014 which is a source of municipal water for towns in Ocean County \u2014 has a 1.6-mile loop trail that goes around its perimeter. The nicely paved pathway is a great choice for walking or running and is (leashed) dog-friendly. The Brick Reservoir is closed on Mondays and is not open on any Federal or State holidays. The reservoir has two parking lots: one located on the Brick side at 811 Herbertsville Road and another on the Wall side at 2429 Metedeconk Road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Note from <em>JSG<\/em><\/strong>: The Brick Reservoir is under a temporary closure with an undisclosed end date. For more information, visit its website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brickmua.com\/community\/reservoir\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> and see the <a href=\"https:\/\/cms3.revize.com\/revize\/brickutilities\/Documents\/Resources\/Public%20Notices\/Public%20Notice%20-%20Reservoir%20Closing%20-%208-18-25.pdf?t=202508011012500&amp;t=202508011012500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official announcement<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricknj.gov\/business_detail_T29_R27.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windward Beach Park<\/a> | 265 Princeton Avenue<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windward Beach Park is a city-run park with playgrounds, volleyball nets, restrooms, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/rent-bikes-towels-beach-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fishing<\/a> and crabbing piers, bocce courts, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, and a gazebo. The park has flat, easy walking paths and a pier that provides gorgeous views of the Metedeconk River. Admission to the Windward is free, but a beach badge is required for the bathing area. Beaches are staffed with lifeguards on weekends beginning Memorial Day weekend and then staffed seven days a week from mid-June through Labor Day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Colts Neck<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monmouthcountyparks.com\/page.aspx?Id=2519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorbrook Recreation Area<\/a> | 353 County Road 537<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dorbrook Recreation Area is a 535-acre green space featuring 2.3 miles of paved trails for walking, biking, and in-line skating, two swimming pools (for lessons only), a sprayground, an inline rink, basketball courts, and open fields. A paved trail winds its way around and through the north side of the park. The 2.3-mile trail has two different loops for visitors to choose from to vary their trail experience. A bicycle repair station with a tire pump and tools can be found near the basketball courts. There is no fee to enter Dorbrook Recreation Area. The park opens at 7:00 AM daily, year-round.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Howell<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monmouthcountyparks.com\/page.aspx?ID=2531\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manasquan Reservoir<\/a> | 311 Windeler Road<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Manasquan Reservoir is a source of water for local municipalities and utilities, but it is also a well-maintained 1,204-acre park. The 5.1-mile perimeter trail offers panoramic views of the Reservoir and is a great trail experience for all visitors, whether they are planning to walk, run, or bike. The perimeter trail is a gravel and dirt path that loops all the way around the reservoir. It is designated as a moderate trail due to its length, but does not feature any hills. Mileposts are clearly marked along the trail. The Reservoir includes both woods and wetland areas, fishing and boating areas, and a visitors center. The visitors center also has a bait shop, vending machines, restrooms, a fireplace, and program <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/arts-crafts-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">activity<\/a> rooms. For those taking the reservoir on wheels, there is a bicycle repair station with a tire pump and tools by the main trailhead kiosk near the main visitors center.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Point Pleasant<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceancountyparks.org\/frmRegContentPrks?ID=f70abebb-2890-45e2-ac2f-462155594cf1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beaver Dam Creek County Park<\/a> | 3430 Bridge Avenue<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beaver Dam Creek County Park is an outdoor recreation area with six acres of soccer and softball fields, two tennis courts, a basketball court, two playgrounds, an open playfield, and a nature trail. The nature trail is a boardwalk and dirt path that goes through the Beaver Dam Creek and leads to an open play area, which is also used as an on-leash <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/dog-friendly-beaches-new-jersey-hikes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dog park<\/a>. Beaver Dam Creek County Park opens at 7:00 AM. There is no fee to visit or use the amenities of the park.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/ptboro.com\/recreation\/facilities\/riverfront-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riverfront Park<\/a> | 2303 River Road<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Point Pleasant has a hidden gem right on the Manasquan River. The Riverfront Park is a quaint and well-kept neighborhood park with a walking pier, short lap trail, bocce court, playground, open field area, benches, and a pavilion picnic area with charcoal grills. Pedestrians can get 10K steps in while walking along the water and take a rest to watch the boats go by. Visitors can anticipate a gorgeous sunset view from this location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Spring Lake<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springlake.org\/divinepark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Divine Park<\/a> | 801 West Lake Drive<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aptly named Divine Park sits right in the middle of Spring Lake with its lush greenery, charming bridges, and beautiful, picturesque lake views. The park is picnic-friendly (with BBQ pits) and has ample opportunities for shade. The path around the lake is scattered with benches and provides opportunities to take in the native birds and fish. Dogs can walk around the park, but only on a leash. Unfortunately, there are no restrooms. Divine Park is close to the downtown shopping area of Spring Lake and just a few blocks away from the boardwalk.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Seaside Park<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/nj.gov\/dep\/parksandforests\/parks\/islandbeachstatepark.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Island Beach State Park<\/a> | 2401 Central Avenue<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-167289\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"best hike walk trails jersey shore new jersey island beach park\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/best-hike-walk-trails-jersey-shore-new-jersey-island-beach-park.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Island Beach State Park has a total of eight hiking trails, each under one mile, that are, for the most part, not difficult or strenuous. The park\u2019s trails are designed to allow visitors to learn about all of the habitats associated with a barrier island, with informative signs pointing out facts about the plants and wildlife. Visitors may choose to explore ten miles of pure white sand beaches on the ocean side by foot, which leads to the southernmost point of the park and a stunning view of the Barnegat Lighthouse. Horseback riding is permitted at Island Beach State Park from October 1st through April 30th, but reservations are required. Dogs are permitted in the park but must be kept on a leash that is a maximum length of six feet. The main gate of Island Beach State Park typically opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM. During the summer, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, the park opens at 7:00 AM. Visitors are required to pay an entry fee per vehicle when entering Island Beach State Park. Entry rates can be found on the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.islandbeachnj.org\/ParkFacts\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Island Beach State Park website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Toms River<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceancountyparks.org\/frmRegContentPrks?ID=0751673c-9513-4ecc-8f3e-3e65b0f2ec45\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cattus Island County Park<\/a> | 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cattus Island County Park in Toms River has<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nature trails, scenic <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-boardwalks-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boardwalks<\/a>, birding, photography, a conservation area, environmental education workshops, cross-country skiing, a picnic area, a playground, scenic overlooks, and an accessible environmental center with restrooms. The quiet and relaxing park is nestled between Silver Bay and Barnegat Bay. There is a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk trail where visitors can bird watch and observe osprey nests. Plus, the entire park is dog-friendly. Cattus Island County Park opens at 7:00 AM and closes at dusk. Admission to the park and the environmental center is free.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Wall<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/nj.gov\/dep\/parksandforests\/parks\/allairestatepark.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Allaire State Park<\/a> | 4265 Atlantic Avenue<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allaire State Park is most known for its historic and restored 19th-century iron-making town, Allaire Village, and its antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. The buildings, which remain today, include a general store, blacksmith shop, carpenter\u2019s shop, manager\u2019s house, foreman\u2019s house, and a church. A network of trails winds through the park, providing opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. The park also features a visitor center and museum, a nature center, a camping area, fishing spots, picnic tables, a playground, a food concession, canoeing and kayaking opportunities, and birding. Pets are allowed at Allaire but must always be on a leash no longer than six feet in length and be cleaned up after. Throughout the year, Allaire Village hosts programs and events, including live history reenactments, antique shows, arts and craft shows, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/flea-markets-jersey-shore-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flea markets<\/a>. Allaire is open daily from 8:00 PM to 4:30 PM.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>See More: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themontclairgirl.com\/best-hiking-trails-montclair-essex-county\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong>Where to Go Hiking in the Montclair Area<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow @thejerseyshoregirl_ on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejerseyshoregirl_\/?hl=en\"><span class=\"s1\">&nbsp;Instagram<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;for the latest Jersey Shore updates,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/twilight-lion-90332.myflodesk.com\/jrf4qhj7qk\"><span class=\"s1\">sign up for our weekly newsletter here<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/events\/\"><span class=\"s1\">events calendar<\/span><\/a>, which has over 40+ events weekly to peruse.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/lifestyle\/ \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>natureAs the weather warms up, indoor fitness classes and walking pads can be swapped out for fresh air steps at some of&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":386,"featured_media":167287,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[9642,9645,728,7997,9646,9640,9648,9593],"tags":[9680,9709,9673,9702,9755],"class_list":["post-167282","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-beach-activities","category-belmar","category-health-wellness","category-lifestyle","category-point-pleasant","category-jersey-shore-towns","category-spring-lake","category-local-girl-rss-feed","tag-beach-life","tag-health","tag-jersey-shore","tag-lifestyle","tag-tlg"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - 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