Cheesequake State Park is a picturesque destination located at 300 Gordon Rd, Matawan, NJ 07747. The park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, picnicking, and exploring nature. With well-maintained trails, lakes, and open spaces, it's perfect for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors.
Cheesequake State Park is known for its accessibility, with plenty of parking spaces available. The park's trails are covered in sand, making them suitable for all types of hikers, including those with strollers or mobility challenges. However, some trail sections feature wooden steps, so visitors should be prepared for minor inclines.
Cheesequake State Park is a haven for nature lovers of all ages. Whether you're looking for an easy hike, a spot to relax with family, or an adventure through scenic trails, this park has something for everyone. Senior citizens and beginners particularly appreciate the park's accessibility and manageable trail challenges.
Onsite services
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Barbecue grill
Basketball court
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Slides
Swings
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Good for kids
Good for kids birthday
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
Beautiful park, several well kept trails, but not well marked in many spots. I believe there should be more blazers. There are 2 parking lots but only in March and already had to wait for a spot. Restrooms were closed in the 1st week of March and only one was open in the 2nd week. There are playgrounds, picnic areas and it's very dog friendly.
Cheesequake state park overall is nice. Easy hiking trails, 4 major trails yellow, red, green and blue. Green trail is the longest around 3 miles of course if you have extra energy go for all trails. The park has 2 major lakes, plenty of parking spot. Most of trails are covered by sand and the hill ramp not very slop. Kids and elderly are friendly and prefect for beginners. I met a group of senior citizen their age from 65-80, they like this park. Few spot area have wood steps, for those who don’t like steps keep in mind. I took a star out because most bathroom were closed, only park office and picnic area bathroom were open.
It's nice here. There are hiking areas where you can exercise.The hiking facilities here are clearly marked, it is not easy to get lost, and it is suitable for bringing children.It is also a good choice to open a children's paradise and a beach inside after hiking.
Very nice park ! It has a few trails options with different levels of difficulty so you can choose the one you like. It also has some hunting facilities, but they are closed on Sundays.
Cheesequake State Park one of our beautiful state parks. Trails Yellow, Blue, Red and Green are a fun walk or hike. Yes we know about the Crabbing Bridge but do you know about the second pond Perrine. I first came here in the early 90's. When I returned as an Adult. I was at the Crabbing Bridge when my fishing license fell into the creek. Thankfully an truly appreciated the State employees found it and mailed it back to me. You want to swim or splash around in the water have fun. You want to be a big kid there are two swings you can return to your childhood on. The playground is too small for you it's for the little ones to have fun and burn themselves out. Grills in the allotted area by the Day Area is for relaxing lounging. Drop a blanket or pitch a tent or some chairs and table have a picnic. Concession stand bathrooms and Lifeguard station. It's been a minute since I have been here. I forget how nice and quaint Cheesequake is.