Monmouth GuideBig Brook Park (fossil hunting)
Park in Marlboro, New Jersey · Free
A 439-acre park where families can hunt for Cretaceous-era fossils like shark teeth in the brook, plus meadow trails.
Visiting Big Brook Park (fossil hunting)
- AddressActivity Center, 80 Boundary Road, Marlboro, NJ 07746
- Phone732-834-9606
- Websitemonmouthcountyparks.com/page.aspx?ID=2549
- PriceFree
- Typical visitAbout 2 hours
- Good forKids, family, solo
- Best seasonSpring, summer, fall
- Indoors?Outdoor
- Last checked2026-09-25
Good to know
Fossil collecting is permitted from the Boundary Road lot under park rules; bring a sieve and water shoes. Main entrance is 521 Route 520.
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Quick answers
Where is Big Brook Park (fossil hunting)?
Activity Center, 80 Boundary Road, Marlboro, NJ 07746. It's in Marlboro, Monmouth County, New Jersey.
How much does Big Brook Park (fossil hunting) cost?
Big Brook Park (fossil hunting) is free to visit.
Who is Big Brook Park (fossil hunting) good for?
Kids, family, solo. About 2 hours is a typical visit.
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