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Allaire State Park
Nearby Parks:
Manasquan River State Wildlife Management Area
Swan Point State Natural Area
Jackson State Forest
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Allaire State Park is probably best known for its historic 19th-century ironmaking town, Allaire Village, and its antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. The Manasquan River, which winds through the park, attracts canoeists and fishermen. The river?s floodplain provides habitat for over 200 species of wildflowers, trees and plants as well as habitat for birds and other wildlife. Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders enjoy the many trails in the park. |
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A little of everything Old style!
Park has a wide assortment from the old iron forge village to 2 types of bike riding. (Paved flat trail and mountain trails) Also has a train ride that is a great way for the kids to see Santa for Christmas.
Written by Chris Collins
16-May-2008
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Our Favorite Park when we go camping!
We live in PA and camp at Allaire every year. We love the site, the park and the people who work there. It is just fabulous!
Written by Mr. & Mrs. Bill Irish
23-Jun-2008
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Our favorite summer camp park.
If you love comping and love the beach, this is your park. We love it, we enjoy the camping here and we drive ten minutes to the any jersey shore beaches... like Belmar.
Written by Ahmerikali
9-Sep-2008
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Nature, History and the Jersey Shore !
We live ten minutes away and stay here often. Saves on gas, we enjoy our Motor Home, love the campfire, watching the deer, birds, chipmunks - Changing of the Seasons. The Bicycle Path goes all the way to the Beach and Shopping in Manasquan, few miles but worth the ride. The Allaire Village is Wonderful. Lights out @ 10 PM.
Written by Patti & John Nielsen, NJ
2-Oct-2008
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AMAZING
I love Allaire state park
Written by Emily
26-May-2009
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| Camping: |
| Campsites: 45 tent and trailer sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Flush toilets and shower facilities are within walking distance. Trailer sanitary station open April 15 through October 31. Campsites open all year. $20 per night.
Yurts: Four yurts. Circular tents built on a wood frame, featuring wood floors, a deck and plexiglas skylight. Each yurt has a wooden door, window screens and flaps, and two double-deck bunks, which sleep up to four people. Accessible to persons with disabilities. $30 per night.
Shelters: Six shelters. Cabin-like structures with wood stove for heat and two double-deck bunks, which sleep up to four people. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table. Accessible to persons with disabilities. Shelters open February 1st til Dec 31st $40 per night.
Group campsites: Six group sites with fire rings, picnic tables and composting toilets; total capacity: 250. Open all year. 2 sites accommodate 25 campers at $25 per night. 4 sites accommodate 50 campers at $50 per night. |
| Trails: |
| A network of trails winds through the park providing opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. The yellow trail at .5 miles, the red trail at 1.5 miles and the green trail at 4.5 miles are easy hiking trails for pedestrians only. The orange trail, which is 16.5 miles long, is a moderate multi-use trail. |
| Picnicking: |
| Picnic facilities are provided for family outings in attractive wooded settings adjacent to the village. Playground equipment for children is located nearby. Charcoal grills, tables and sanitary facilities are provided. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing
Annual trout stocking of the Manasquan River ensures excellent opportunities for the fresh water anglers. Fishing is subject to New Jersey's Fish and Wildlife Laws; prior knowledge of these laws will make your fishing experience at Allaire state Park more enjoyable
Hunting
A portion of Allaire State Park is available for deer hunting only. For information about hunting, refer to the New Jersey Fish and Wildlife Digest or contact the park office. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Evergreen Inn Bed and Breakfast - Award-Winning Breakfast in a fun and friendly B&B at the Jersey Shore! Double Whirlpools, 'Floating' Fireplaces, Private Balconies - open all year for Fun in the Sun, or the Cure for Cabin Fever. | | Hollycroft Inn - 1908 'mountain lodge' retreat in 'Arts & Crafts' style, on a wooded knoll overlooking Lake Como, with the ocean just beyond. 8 guestrooms
w/ private baths, full breakfast,AC, bicycles, beach badg | | White Lilac Inn - Romantic,victorian Seashore Inn with Southern charm and hospitality. Guest room themes from the VT. Cabin to our Victorian Treasure Suite, Fireplaces in every room, Double Whirlpool tubs and private p | | | |  | Manchester Inn Bed and Breakfast - Ocean Grove, NJ
The Manchester Inn, The Ocean Grove New Jersey Bed Breakfast and The Secret Garden Restaurant are steps from the white sandy beach and the gentle surf of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy the cooling ocean breezes from our rocking chair porch while overlooking Ocean Pathway, Ocean Groves finest avenue!
Web Site: http://www.themanchesterinn.com/index.htm |
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| |  | Whistling Swan Inn - Stanhope, NJ
Nestled in the beautiful Skylands Region of New Jersey, the house now known as The Whistling Swan Inn was built in 1905 by Justice of the Peace, Daniel Best, for his wife, Sarah. Come visit Northwest NJ's finest Victorian Inn Voted "Top Ten B&B in US" by Inn Traveler Magazine
Web Site: http://www.whistlingswaninn.com |
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| Nature Programs: |
| The center features displays related to the natural features and creatures of the area. Nature walks are conducted daily during the summer season and special programs for groups can be arranged by appointment. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and Wednesday through Sunday the rest of the year. |
| Area Attractions: |
| Historic Allaire Village
The historic village was known as the Howell Works in the early 19th century. At that time it was a thriving industrial community which produced pig and cast iron. The buildings which remain today include a general store, blacksmith shop, carpenter?s shop, manager?s house, foreman?s house and a church. One of the workers' row house buildings is now the Visitor Center and Museum.
Allaire Village Inc., a nonprofit corporation, sponsors more than 40 programs and events annually, including living history events, antique shows, arts and craft shows, and flea markets. For more information, write or call Allaire Village, Inc. at (732) 919-3500.
Pine Creek Railroad
Established in 1953, the Pine Creek Railroad is an example of rail travel at the height of the steam era in the United States. The live-steam and diesel, narrow-gauge trains are operated by the NJ Museum of Transportation. For more information, call (732) 938-5524.
Visitor Center and Museum
Exhibits on the 19th-century bog iron industry, the Howell Works (original name for Allaire Village), and its owner, James P. Allaire provide an introduction to Allaire Village. Special programs are offered throughout the year. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and Wednesday through Sunday the rest of the year. |
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| Directions: |
| Allaire State Park can be reached from exit 98 off the Garden State Parkway or exit 31B off Interstate 195. |
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