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Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Photo: Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Location
Monmouth County, New Jersey
Nearest town
1.4 miles northwest of West Freehold
Type
State Park
DirectionsOfficial park site ↗

About Monmouth Battlefield State Park

1,818 acres of farmland and open ground make up this park, which spans the border of Manalapan and Freehold Township. It preserves the site where the Battle of Monmouth was fought during the Revolutionary War in 1778, a clash recognized for its significance in military history. The battlefield's inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places reflects that recognition.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Monmouth Battlefield State Park is in Monmouth County, New Jersey, 1.4 miles northwest of West Freehold. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.