Monmouth GuideThe forecast today is mostly sunny with a high near 59°F, and the next couple of days look dry. That makes it a good time to get outside.
Here are 7 ideas from the Monmouth Guide app's hand-picked places, including Deal Lake in Interlaken and Allenhurst Residential Historic District in Allenhurst, plus 6 events from local calendars.
The next three days
Here is how the next three days shape up, so you can decide when to head out and what to bring along.
- Today: Mostly Sunny, high near 59°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 65°F
- Friday: Sunny, high near 56°F
Where to go
Seven places to spend some time outdoors, from waterfront parks to a walkable historic district near the ocean.
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Deal Lake
Interlaken · The Deal Lake Commission publishes fishing and depth maps and lists public access points and boat rentalsA 158-acre lake with 12.5 miles of shoreline that almost surrounds Interlaken. It is managed by a commission of the seven towns on its shore and is popular for fishing, boating and bird-watching.
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Allenhurst Residential Historic District
Allenhurst · A walkable neighborhood of grand resort-era houses near the oceanThe borough's well-preserved turn-of-the-century seaside homes, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.
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Pete Sensi Park
Small park with a boat dock and benches on the millpond across from the Old Mill. It is a popular spot for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
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Joseph E. Robertson Park
Borough park on Allaire Road with tennis and pickleball courts; hosts Thursday-night open pickleball.
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Avon Boardwalk
Boardwalk spanning the whole borough, with a pavilion at Woodland Avenue that hosts free summer evening concerts.
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Crosswicks Creek Park
A 2,366-acre county park along Crosswicks Creek, centered on Historic Walnford, with informal trails, creek paddling, and a fishing hole.
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Millstone Park
The township's largest park, with multipurpose and baseball fields, pickleball, tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts, walking and equine trails, fishing, a boat launch, and a tot lot.
Outdoor events coming up
A few outdoor and outdoor-adjacent events on the calendar this week, including a naturalist-led walk and a midweek market.
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Awesome Autumn Amble at Thompson Park
Wednesday · 10:00 AM · MiddletownExplore the trails at Thompson Park, Lincroft, with a Park System Naturalist and discuss all manners of plant and animal phenomena. Meet in the Old Orchard parking lot.…
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Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
Wednesday · 11:00 AM · Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel, NJ 07733Stop by and shop every Wednesday at Bell Works for the 2026 Farmers and Makers' Market. Shop fresh, locally grown produce and unique handmade goods from your favorite…
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Return of the Pumpkin Painting Celebration! - Atlantic Highlands
Wednesday · 3:15 PM · Atlantic Highlands Branchall ages welcome, with parent/caregiver Registration Required | Space and supplies are limited. Are you ready for some Jack o'Lanterns? Come and paint some pumpkins…
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Toast to the Coast - Asbury Park
Wednesday · 6:00 PM · Watermark, 800 Ocean Ave Second Floor, Asbury Park, NJ 07712There's no better place to celebrate the coast than right beside it. Join The American Littoral Society for an evening of ocean views, cocktails, and live music among…
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Thursday · 6:00 PM · Kula Urban Farm, Asbury Park
Girl’s Night Out at our Kula Pavilion is coming up! Get your tickets now to boogie with us while raising funds to help us build healthier, more resilient communities!…
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Oakley Farm Thursday Old Time Jam
Thursday · 6:30 PM · Oakley Farm Museum, 189 Wemrock Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728 · Freehold BoroughOld Time Music Jam. Listeners and players of all levels welcome from beginner to expert. All acoustic stringed instruments are welcome, and some others if they can fit…
musicvia Monmouth County Tourism
That is the list for this stretch of sunny days. Whether you walk the Avon Boardwalk, fish from the dock at Pete Sensi Park or try the courts at Millstone Park, it is an easy few days to get outside close to home.