Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Where: Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Monmouth County
More Info: Admission is free. Open daily. Winter hours 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., spring and fall, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., summer, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visitor Center Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 12 noon to 4 p.m.
Trip Assessment:
Ease ✮✮✮
Expense $
Family Fun ♥♥
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One of the biggest battles fought during the American Revolution took place in the surrounding fields of what is now Monmouth State Park. There are trails and picnic areas and every year there is a reenactment of the battle. According to the official website "The reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth is an annual event at the park in late June. Pass pacing sentries, see enlisted men clean their weapons or idle away their time gambling, and watch the women of the army cook, mend, and wash. You may encounter a drum major drilling his musicians or the court martial of a rebel. At the parade ground, watch soldiers drill or artillerists fire their cannon." An interpretive visitor's center chronicles the history of the battle and various artifacts and exhibits are on display.

Monmouth State Park is sure to capture the attention of history buffs.

Directions:

Located approximately 12 miles east of exit 8 of the NJ Turnpike on Business Route 33.

1. From the NJ Garden State Parkway, take exit 123 to Route 9
2. Take Rt 9 south for 15 miles to business Route 33 west.
3. Park is located 1.5 miles on the right.