323 acres
659 Ocean Ave. (Route 88)
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 506-9090 For Park Naturalist call:(732) 506-5122
Park Opens 7am and CLOSING TIMES: January 1 - 5pm, January 26 - 5:30pm, February 9 - 6:00pm, February 23 - 6:30pm, March 10 - 7:00pm, March 29 - 7:30pm, April 12 - 8:00pm, August 23 - 7:30pm, September 6 - 7:00pm , September 20 - 6:30pm, October 4 - 6:00pm , October 21 - 5:30pm , November 3 - 5:00pm
NOTE: Our Off-Leash Dog Facilities Open at 8am
and will close 30 mins prior to the listed times above.
This magnificent 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, Norway spruces, hemlock and other unique specimen trees, now mature, were imported by Rockefeller from all over the country. Tennis and picleball courts, open play fields, and even a driving range, all free of charge, appeal to adults of all ages, and 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 600 persons. Call 1-732-506-9090 a minimum of three weeks prior to the requested date for more information. These sites fill up fast, so don't wait too long to make a reservation!
Click the link below for the Pavilion Reservation & Rules Form or call 732-506-9090
NEW Picnic and Pavilion Rental Form 2020Facilities:Bike trail, cross-country skiing, driving range, fishing, 3.1 mile perimeter walking trail
Ocean County Park Trail Map, open playing fields, large picnic area, playgrounds, restrooms, softball fields, swimming lake, tennis and pickleball courts, 18 hole disc golf course.
Click here for a printable brochure on the Ocean County Park (PDF)
Click here to visit the Ocean County Disc Golf Course page
Photo Gallery for Ocean County Park.
DON'T HIKE ALONE, TAKE YOUR PHONEKnow where you are at all times on the trails of Ocean County
Use the link below to pinpoint your location:
Ocean County Trail Tracker
Click map below to enlarge:
Click here for a detailed map of the park with trails: Ocean County Park Map