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MONMOUTH BATTLEFIELD STATE PARK AND MONMOUTH BATTLEFIELD Route 33, one mile west of Route 9 Freehold, (732) 462-9616 www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests This is where Molly Pitcher became famous during a Revolutionary battle. It was on the Monmouth Battlefield that General Washington and General Sir Henry Clinton faced each other. This victory convinced the British that the revolutionaries were a force to contend with and not just a ragtag rabble. This is also the setting for the historic Craig House. Visitors center, picnic areas, and playgrounds. MOUNT MITCHILL SCENIC OVERLOOK 460 Ocean Boulevard Atlantic Highlands, (732) 842-4000 www.monmouthcountyparks.com This is the Jersey Shore's highest point—266 feet above sea level—and is the second highest point on the Atlantic seaboard (after Maine's Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park). The overlook's twelve acres offer spectacular views of Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay, and the NYC skyline and features picnic tables and a playground. Mount Mitchill is home to Monmouth County's 9/11 Memorial. The memorial is a tribute to the 147 men and women born, raised, or residing in Monmouth County who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. PATRIOTS COUNTY PARK 483 Bowman Road, Jackson Township, 1-877-OC PARKS or (732) 506-9090 Soccer and softball fields abound on this beautifully maintained 219-acre sports facility, as do shuffleboard, bocce and basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and a fitness trail. Basketball, bike trail, bocce, conservation area, cross-country skiing, handicap accessible, horseshoes, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shuffleboard, soccer, softball, and a 1-mile fitness trail. RIVERFRONT LANDING COUNTY PARK 71 East Water Street, Toms River 1-877-OC PARKS or (732) 506-9090 This "vest-pocket" park is located on the river in downtown Toms River amidst a beautiful and tranquil 3-acre environment. For those employed in and around Toms River, a picnic at this meticulously manicured park overlooking the Toms River is a great lunchtime alternative. Benches, crabbing, fishing, handicap accessible, picnic area. courtesy of Monmouth County Park System Places to go, Parks/recreation… Continued from page 35 OCEAN COUNTY PARK 659 Route 88 West, Lakewood 1-877-OC PARKS or (732) 506-9090 This magnificent 323 acre facility in Lakewood has a rich and fascinating history. Ocean County Park was originally part of Financier John D. Rockefeller's vacation estate. White pine, hemlock, and other unique specimen trees, now mature, were imported by Rockefeller from all over the country. Fitness and bike trails, tennis courts, open playing fields, beach volleyball, canoeing, fishing, and even a driving range, all free of charge, appeal to adults of all ages; children will delight in using the playgrounds or swimming in the large, clean swimming lake on hot summer days. Warm weather isn't the only time to enjoy this park, however. Transformed into a lovely and silent winter wonderland after a snowfall, it's a great site for cross-country skiing. Of course, there is no charge for casual use of the park, the beach, or its other many facilities. Ocean County Park has a large, accessible picnic facility. Reservations are available for a nominal fee for up to 700 persons. 36 Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park. ROBERT J. MILLER AIRPARK Route 530, Berkeley Township (732) 506-9090 Home of the renowned Ocean County Fair held each July, the 35 acre grounds are perfect for the many vendors, amusements, entertainers, 4-H clubs, and visitors who make the Fair an annual highlight. The park also has a playground and picnic area and is the site of a local, independently managed airport. Basketball, bike trail, conservation area, cross-country skiing, handicapped accessible, open playing fields, pavilion, restrooms.