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Howell Day is an annual event run by the Township of Howell Parks and Recreation in the early fall. It offers a way to bring all of Howell Township together for one wonderful day.

Donations from local businesses help offset the cost of this amazing event and help provide entertainment for the young and old. From musical guests to rides, there is something for everyone. Munch on the delicious food selections while strolling past the wide array of businesses and local organizations.

For more information, call the Howell Township of Howell Parks and Recreation at 732-938-4500 ext. 2501.

Manasquan Reservoir

311 Windeler Road, Howell, NJ
Visitor Center: (732) 919-0996

Spend a peaceful day fishing, kayaking, or traveling the trail at this

beautiful spot in Howell, NJ

Park features:
·1204 acres of land and water
·fishing
·5-mile perimeter trail
·playground
·ice-skating
·kayaks and rowboats rentals

The Manasquan Reservoir is a source of water for municipalities and utilities. The reservoir is also a natural setting for recreational activities and outdoor pursuits. The Reservoir is part of 1,200 acres that include woods and wetlands, a 5-mile perimeter trail, fishing and boating areas, and a Visitor Center. There is also an Environmental Center. The Manasquan Reservoir is a part of the award winning Monmouth County Parks System.

For children's activities there is a playpark near the Visitor's Center in the Main Parking Lot.

The Monmouth County Parks System has created a wonderful Environmental Center, off of Georgia Tavern Road, with plenty of hands on displays.
What a great way to start your children's environmental education.
There are power telescopes for adults to have a closeup look at the different environs the reservoir has created.
Check out how many birds and other scavengers come visit their bird feeding area.
Every spring, their multiple telescopes are focused on nesting birds from hawks to their proudest accomplishment- a Bald Eagle nest!

The boat ramp is open for the season March 1 through November 30. Seasonal and daily boat launch passes are available at the cost of $4.00 daily or $35.00 seasonal. Boating is a great way to explore this site, take advantage of the fishing opportunities, or simply relax. Boats with electric motors, sailboats, kayaks, and canoes (at least 8' in length) are permitted on the Reservoir. All persons boating on the Manasquan Reservoir shall wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved type I, II, III hybrid inflatable, or V personal floatation device in serviceable conditions. New Jersey State Boating laws and Park System rules and regulations are in effect on the water.

At the Visitor Center, park patrons can rent either rowboats (1-hr $8.49 or 4-hrs $25.47); electric motor powered rowboats (4-hrs $33.02); or kayaks (1-hr single person $10.38 or 1-hr double person $14.15). Prices do not include tax.

Also from the Visitor Center, boats tours are offered Memorial Day weekend through September on Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, and 4pm. The 40-minute tour takes visitors around the Reservoir and includes discussion of its history, use as a water source, and wildlife habitat. Look for osprey, great blue herons, bald eagles and more. Visitors are invited to bring binoculars for up-close observation of the abundant wildlife that call the Reservoir home.

Tours are conducted on a 36-foot pontoon boat, which provides a stable platform and seats up to 30 people. Children 12 and under will be provided with life preservers, which must be worn. All others will be given the option of wearing a life preserver. Tours are offered on a first come, first served basis. The cost is $3.77 for adults and $1.89 for children 12 and under. Group tours can be arranged in advance for Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. For more information or to arrange a group tour, call (732) 751-9453.

For general information regarding the Manasquan Reservoir,

please call Visitor Center at (732) 919-0996 or go to their website at www.monmouthcountyparks.com.

Howell Park Golf Course

Preventorium Road*Howell

With its rustic setting, manicured bentgrass fairways, and fast-sloping greens, the Howell Park Golf Course, provides a golfing experience often associated with private clubs. Repeatedly ranked among the top 50 public golf courses in America by national golf publications, this par 72 course measures 6964 yards from the blue tees and has USGA course and slope ratings of 73.5 and 127.

Course amenities include a well-stocked golf center, warm-up range, and a large immaculately maintained practice green. Beginning and intermediate golf clinics at Howell Park Golf Course are available by calling 732-842-4000 ext.1

Tee times are available through the tee time reservation system after the purchase of a Monmouth County Resident ID card or a Non-Resident Reservation I.D. Card. Reserve a tee time on-line or call (732) 758-8383.

For general information regarding the Howell Park Golf Course,

please call Visitor Center at (732) 938-4771 or go to their website at www.monmouthcountyparks.com.

Allaire State Park

4265 Allaire Road*Wall.

.The Historic Village at Allaire is a step back in time where visitors have an opportunity to experience life in a 19th century bog iron producing community. Allaire provides opportunities to see life in the 19th century including watching a militia unit or participating in weddings and funerals. They also present Holiday Candlelight tours, Haunted Hayrides, antique and craft shows and flea markets.

Allaire is home to the Pine Creek Railroad. Established in 1953, the Pine Creek Railroad has live steam- and diesel narrow gauge trains. The trains are operated by the NJ Museum of Transportation.

For more information, www.allairevillage.org and www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/allaire.html

Tourism Information

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Websites: State of NJ

www.state.nj.us/travel/

www.visitnj.org

Monmouth County Tourism Information

www.co.monmouth.nj.us

www.visitmonmouth.com

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