State: New Jersey
City: Monmouth County
Phone: (732) 938-2371
Open all Year: Yes
Number of Sites: 45
Camp URL: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/allaire.html
Full Hook: Yes
Allaire State Park is probably best known for its historic 19th-century iron making 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 rivers 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.
Camping
Alcohol is prohibited. Pets are prohibited in overnight facilities.
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.
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.
Shelters: Six 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.
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
Group campsites: Six group sites with fire rings, picnic tables and composting toilets; total capacity: 250. Open all year. 2 sites accommodate 25 campers. 4 sites accommodate 50 campers.
Directions:
Allaire State Park can be reached from exit 98 off the Garden State Parkway or exit 31B off Interstate 195.
Facilities & Activities:
Historic Allaire Village
Pine Creek Railroad
Visitor Center/Museum
Nature Interpretive Center
Trails
Camping
Fishing
Limited deer hunting
Picnicking
Playground
Food concession
Canoeing/Kayaking
Bird watching
Cross-country skiing
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Trails:
Hiking
Horseback riding
Nature trails
Mountain biking
Biking