Best Things to Do in
New Jersey in June

Top Fun Things To Do In New Jersey In June

1 - Plan a day trip to Liberty State Park

Liberty State Park in Jersey City has awesome views of lower Manhattan, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. It also has playgrounds, picnic areas, bike paths, jogging paths, estuary, gardens, a marina and a large, beautiful restaurant with an fantastic waterfront view. Take in The Liberty Science Center, a family science museum and the most visited museum in New Jersey. Have lunch or dinner at the Liberty House restaurant in the park. It's hard to beat this waterfront dining experience with fantastic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Liberty State Park. June is a good time to enjoy outside dining on the terrace.

2 - Take a camping trip in one of the scenic state parks

The New Jersey State Park System also offers many excellent camping facilities that bring you up close to the wilderness and many other amenities. Two of the popular state parks for camping are Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Worthington State Forest Campground in Warren County; and Wharton State Forest straddling Atlantic, Burlington and Camden Counties. Find out detailed information on these and other state park camping grounds

3 - Plan a day trip or weekend getaway to one of the Jersey Shore's top boardwalks with an Amusement park.

There is still time to getaway to a Jersey shore top boardwalk amusement park before the summer crowds descend. Bring the kids along and catch the fun at Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Ocean City, and Wildwood.

4 - Get out an enjoy the outdoors and some exercise with some outstanding biking and hiking.

Take in two of the popular biking and hiking trails include:
Ringwood State Park located in northeastern New Jersey, it is a "mountain-bike friendly” trail. They have an elaborate system of marked hiking trails are available for the public to explore, some of which connect the Ringwood and Skylands sections of the park. These trails offer visitors opportunities to explore interior woodlands and rocky vistas. The Skylands Manor, located in the northern section of the park, is modeled after an English estate home of 400 years ago. The park’s other country house is the Ringwood Manor. You can stop at the park office for detailed information about the park’s facilities. for information call: (973) 962-7031
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and the Jockey Hollow Encampment Area of the Morristown National Historic Park are popular among nature-loving bicyclists.The Loantaka Brook Reservation-Great Swamp portion of this ride ranges from flat to gently rolling. But the 10-mile extension to Jockey Hollow and the excursion around the park is very hilly. Jockey Hollow was a key Revolutionary War winter encampments. Contact: (973) 543-4030

5 - Take a scenic Canoe or Kayak trip and enjoy the outdoors and some outstanding scenery

Two recommended Kayaking and Canoe trips are:
Batsto River - Hampton Furnace to Quaker Bridge - The lower Batsto River from Quaker Bridge to the lake at Batsto Village is a good paddle for all levels. Rentals available at Adams Canoe Rental 1005 Atsion Road, Atsion 609- 268 - 0189
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge -Experience the great diversity of habitats that makes the refuge unique. Paddle through beautiful floodplain forests, wet meadows which are maintained by seasonal flooding, and under tall rock cliffs. Access points are where Rt. 642 crosses the Wallkill River in Wantage, Rt. 565 (Glenwood Road) in Vernon, New Jersey, about one-half mile north of the Rt. 23/Rt. 565 intersection.

6 - Getaway to Spring Lake on the Jersey Shore

Spring Lake is a Jersey Shore town is popular with couples looking for an upscale relaxing, romantic seashore experience without the honky-tonk t-shirt shops or other commercial tourist attractions found in other oceanfront destinations. Spring Lake has many sprawling Victorian mansions with wraparound porches, a wonderful beach, with a two mile non-commercial boardwalk that is ideal for jogging or a slow walk. They have several excellent fine dining restaurants and a quaint village with galleries and shops. Find a romantic B & B in Spring Lake

7 - Surprised to see a rodeo in New Jersey?

8 - Take in an Italian Festival

Have fun at the North Wildwood Italian-American Festival
that runs from June 24-26, 2011, North Wildwood. This three-day event draws over 75,000 people and features continuous live Doo-Wop entertainment, Italian Craft & Food vendors, children's activities and many other exciting events.
609-729-4533, phil54@comcast.net

9 - Take the Family To A Pick Your Own Farm for Strawberry Picking

Strawberry picking is a great family activity and the best way to enjoy flavor full strawberries. If you love strawberry's avoid the supermarkets --- where strawberries are sold before they fully ripen --- and head out to a strawberry picking farm in New Jersey. Strawberries do not ripen after picking. Fresh picked, fully ripened strawberries are a deep red color throughout including the core, and are juicier, more more tasty, and healthier than the berries purchased in the supermarkets. [ Read More ]

10 - Take in a popular family festival

RiverFest 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011 - Sunday, June 5, 2011
Marine Park
Red Bank
(732) 933-1984
3 days of outstanding food, music and family fun. Over 24 of the Jersey's Shore top restaurants prepare a sampling of their menus. It's Red Bank featured attraction for the whole family for a fun filled day. 150,000 attendees are expected. Artisans are selected to show & sell their handmade items & artwork in "Artisan's Alley." There will be rides for the kids, games,entertainment and arts & craft activities. River cruises on the Navesink River are a very popular family activity.
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Recommendations for things to do on Father's Day, Sunday June, 21, 2011 This is the time of the year to overlook your own interests and focus on dad to make Fathers Day a memorable and caring day.

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