Cheesequake State Park
Cheesequake State Park is a beautiful 1,610-acre state park located within the city of Old Bridge that was established in 1937. The geographical location of Cheesequake State Park makes it unique. It is not only located in the middle of the urban north and the suburban south, but it is also in a transitional zone between two different ecosystems.
Open fields, saltwater and freshwater marshes, an Atlantic white cedar swamp, pine barrens habitats and a northeastern hardwood forest await you. Visitors can fish for trout, catfish, sunfish, and largemouth bass on the six-acre Hooks Creek Lake, which also has crabbing opportunities. Boating, canoeing, and swimming are permitted throughout the summer, with lifeguards on duty between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Five marked hiking and mountain biking trails meander through the region's forest and marshland areas, while an interpretive center offers exhibits on the region's unique ecology. Throughout the winter months, visitors can enjoy opportunities for cross-country skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing. Visit and make your own park memories by stopping in the interpretive center, reserving a group picnic site or exploring nine miles of trails.
- Tripadvisor Rating: 4.0/5
- Address: 300 Gordon Rd, Matawan, NJ 07747
- Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Admission: Weekdays $5.00, Weekends $10.00
- Website: https://nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/cheesequakestatepark.html
