| Distance: | A single five mile loop |
| Time: | Plan for 1-2 hours to complete the full loop. |
| Markings: | The single perimeter trail is unmarked, but easy to follow. There are benches scattered throughout the trail route and spectacular views of the Reservoir. |
| Walking/Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking | |
| Elevation: | Flat except for a few very slight inclines. |
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Parking: | Ample parking is available at the Environmental Education Center and the Chestnut Point parking areas entered off Georgia Tavern Road, and at the Visitor Center entered off Windeler Road. |
| Tips: | More information can be found at Monmouth County Parks |
| Amenities: |
Restrooms and benches are scattered along the trail route. There are canoe and rowboat rentals from March 1 - November 30. There are picnic benches and a children's play area nearby. There is a bait shop within the park. |
| Overview: |
The Manasquan Reservoir park encompasses a total of 1,200 acres including the reservoir itself and surrounding forests and wetlands. The reservoir is a source of water for municipalities and utilities, but also offers some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in Monmouth County. There is a five-mile perimeter trail, partly in shade, for hiking, biking, running, horseback riding and wildlife study, and the reservoir can be used for fishing and boating(electric motors only). A Visitor Center and Environmental Center provide information on the park, and more information can be found at Monmouth County Parks |
| Directions: |
From northern or southern New Jersey: Take the Garden State Parkway to Exit 98 and take 195 west(I-195), or from central Jersey take I-195 west. In either case, leave I-195 at Exit 28B (Route 9 north) towards Freehold. Stay in the right lane on Route 9, and at the first traffic light, turn right onto Georgia Tavern Road. Follow Georgia Tavern Road for one mile to the Environmental Center on right. Alternatively, before getting to the Environmental Center, turn right on Windeler Road and continue about 1.5 miles to the park entrance, on the left, leading to the Visitor Center. If approaching from Freehold, take State Route 9 South and use the jughandle to turn left onto Georgia Tavern Road. Continue one mile to the Environmental Center entrance on the right. For the Visitor Center entrance, take Windeler Road to the right before reaching the Environmental Center. |
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