Even though the temperatures start to drop in the fall, there is still plenty of time to get outside and enjoy the fresh air in New Jersey. Ocean Township sits close to the Atlantic shoreline so there is always something to do near the water. Still, if you want to head inland, there are lots of outdoor activities too. Try these great outdoor activities before it gets too cold.
1. Golfing
The season for golfing is winding down, so you should get out there before the courses close for the winter. There are several golf clubs and courses in the area, including the nine-hole William F. Larking Golf Course at Colonial Terrace and Hollywood Golf Club, a private club that hosts several tournaments each year. Hominy Hill Golf Course is also nearby. This is one of the top affordable golf courses in New Jersey and offers a warm-up range, beautiful greens, and a walking trail near the course.
2. Play Disc Golf
Head to Wolf Hill Recreation Area in Oceanport for some disc golf. This park has an 18-hole course that you can use during the regular park hours. Disc golf is similar to regular golf except that you use a flying disc, and you throw it from a paver brick tee pad toward a metal basket at the end of the fairway. This course is a great place to get started if you’ve never tried disc golf before, but it’s still challenging for experienced players too. Get a scorecard at the first tee or download one before you hit the course.
Allaire State Park also has a disc golf course. This is a challenging course, but it is well-maintained and has nice paver tee pads and good signage to help you get around.
3. Go Hiking
Hit the trails at the Monmouth County Park System and get some exercise and fresh air before the snow starts to fall. The park system has over 139 miles of trails ranging from easy to challenging with a number of moderate hiking available too. For some beautiful views while hiking, head to Cattus Island County Park. This is a 500-acre sanctuary with miles of trails to follow along with a 1,500-foot boardwalk where you can see osprey and many other migratory songbirds.
4. Go Biking
If you prefer the faster pace of biking, there are plenty of places you can go near Ocean Township. Allaire State Park has many trails, including one that runs along the Manasquan River. You can also bike over on the South Side at Allaire, where 15 different trails offer a range of terrain for both beginners and advanced riders. Bring your bike to Brick Reservoir to ride along the 1.6-mile trail of crushed rock or the Manasquan Reservoir County Park where there’s a 5-mile perimeter trail that runs along the reservoir. Enjoy panoramic views over the water as you travel over the well-maintained surface.
The temperatures will start to drop soon in New Jersey, and that means snow will begin to fall too. Get out and enjoy some of these activities before it’s too late.
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