Top 5 Jersey Shore Parks Where You Can Get a Great Workout

Head to beautiful Ocean County Park for many exercise options - there's a bike trail, a fitness trail, swimming, tennis courts, and a volleyball area. Plus, the park is packed with open playing fields for other various sports or exercise activities. Originally part of John D. Rockefeller's vacation estate, Ocean County park has beautiful views. The park also transforms into a gorgeous winter wonderland during the cold, snowy months, with great cross-country skiing for a fun winter workout as well!

Bordered by the Great Egg Harbor River / South River to the east, Estell Manor Park, or Atlantic County Park is the county's most popular outdoor recreation area besides the South Jersey shorelines for its plentiful activities. With excersize trails, boating, biking, hiking and great sports fields, Atlantic County Park is loaded with fun ways to get the whole family moving! Plus, you can get your heartbeat up while taking in nature and history all-in-one!

Get active at Holmdel Park in Monmouth County by taking on one of their 10 miles of trails including the popular half-mile loop around the beautiful pond and Edge Forest area of the park. Visit Holmdel Park on a sunny day and you'll find walkers, runners, hikers and bikers. There's even a fitness trail specifically for those who want to get a workout!

One of the most popular parks in the area, the Manasquan Reservoir is a perfect place to spend a day fishing, boating, or walking the trail at this beautiful spot in southern Monmouth County. With a 5 mile perimeter trail, a one mile nature trail and even kayak rentals, Manasquan Reservoir offers a beautiful natural setting with plenty of exercise options for people young and old.

After taking a hit from Hurricane Sandy, crews have worked relentlessly in an effort to restore the beautifully preserved 10-mile sandy barrier island of Island Beach State Park. Just a quick drive from Seaside Heights, Island Beach State Park is known for having it all - a beautiful sandy beach, natural habitats, abundant wildlife and great views of the Barnegat Lighthouse at the island's southernmost tip. While partially reopened, visitors are currently welcome to the park and efforts continue as the Jersey Shore gears up for summer.