Hartshorne Woods Park, County park in Monmouth County, United States.
Hartshorne Woods Park spans 812 acres of forested terrain along the Atlantic Coast, featuring elevated landscapes that overlook the Navesink River.
The park grounds contained military defense installations during World War II, with artillery batteries positioned to protect New York Harbor and surrounding areas.
Battery Lewis houses a 68-foot, 120-ton naval gun from the Battleship New Jersey, preserving the military legacy of the Atlantic coastal defense system.
The park network includes 14 miles of marked trails for hiking and biking, with three main entrances at Rocky Point, Buttermilk Valley, and Claypit Creek.
The parkland belonged to Richard Hartshorne, an English Quaker who acquired over 2,300 acres in 1669, with portions remaining in his family until 1974.
Location: Monmouth County
Inception: 1974
GPS coordinates: 40.38970,-73.98630
Latest update: March 14, 2025 22:15
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