Fall Program Directory - Monmouth County

Perrineville Lake Park
143 Baird Road, Millstone
If you’re in search of peace and quiet, this 897-acre
site will suit your fancy. Anglers can drop their line (NJ
State fishing license required for those 16 and over) in
the lake for bass or catfish. Visitors may also enjoy a
relaxing day on the water by launching a canoe, kayak,
or electric powered motor boat. Two multi-use trails
area available for bicyclists, hikers, and equestrians to
enjoy nature and the surrounding beauty of this site.
Historic Walnford
62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold
Nestled within the beauty of Crosswicks Creek
Greenway, this 36-acre historic site is a treasure. Visitors
love to step back in time touring the elegant home
built in 1774, 19th century gristmill, and farm buildings.
The site features weekend events and demonstrations
like Walnford Day and Wood You, Could You (full list of
fall events on page 49). Historic exhibits are often on
display like the current Quilts from the Historic Walnford
Collection viewable now through February 15, 2014.
Weltz Park
650 West Park Avenue, Oakhurst
Ready to enjoy the natural beauty that Monmouth County
has to offer Enjoy a calming walk through this undeveloped
165-acre park where you’re sure to find singing birds and
fluttering butterflies. Don’t forget the binoculars!
PARK SYSTEM SPOTLIGHT
Sunnyside Recreation Area
628 Middletown-Lincroft Road, Lincroft
Home to the Park System’s Equestrian Division,
Sunnyside provides equestrian experiences for people
of all abilities with an emphasis on the benefits of
therapeutic horseback riding for those with physical
and cognitive disabilities. The therapeutic equestrian
program operates with the financial support of Special
People United to Ride (SPUR; www.spuronline.org). This
location is not only popular for stopping by to view the
horses, but also for its short paved trail frequented by
runners and bicyclists.
Wolf Hill Recreation Area
3 Crescent Place, Oceanport
With 92 open acres, this site is often used for a quiet
walk or for its reservation only softball fields. But Wolf
Hill is also the location of the Park System’s second
off-leash dog area (the first located at Thompson Park,
Lincroft). Boasting 4 acres of open space to allow dogs
run and play together, the site combines an area for
dogs of all sizes as well as another for those weighing
35 lbs. or less. Visitors are reminded to bring water for
themselves and their dogs as there is none available on
site. For off-leash dog area rules and regulations, please
visit our website at www.monmouthcountyparks.com.
Pre-registration is required for most of the programs listed in this directory
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