Activities in this 1600 acre environmental oasis include scenic hiking on paths of various levels, biking, playgrounds, camping, swimming in the summer and sledding in the winter. Pack a picnic lunch and spend a day in the great outdoors at Cheesequake State Park (300 Gordon Road, Matawan, crossing into Middlesex County).
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For good old fashioned family fun, strike up a game at AMF Strathmore Lanes (1061-g Route 34, Aberdeen) and catch a movie next door at the Strathmore Cinema 4 (1055 Route 34, Aberdeen). Bring your little artists to The Pottery House (251 Main Street, Matawan), where kids of all ages, and the parents, can create ceramic works of art. Plus, there’s a hands-on train table for young shoppers.
Once my go-to place for friendship pin and lanyard supplies, The Hobby Shop has now expanded to include workshops on topics such as magic, Minecraft and Rainbow Looms. For a huge and unique selection of toys, games, hobbies and collectibles, peruse the aisles of The Hobby Shop (1077-C Route 34, Aberdeen), which has been in business over 35 years. The bouncing bridge, rock climbing wall, zip line and net maze will keep the family plenty busy. If you’re looking to burn some energy indoors, slide on over to Party and Play (351 Matawan Road, Matawan), home of New Jersey’s longest and fastest indoor slide. For a little something sweet, swing by Abbate Bakery (247 Main Street, Matawan) in the downtown area for scrumptious pastries and cookies. The kids’ menu features favorites like burgers and hotdogs, and on Sunday’s, the kids’ meals are free. Over in the historic area of Matawan is the Brass Rail Bar & Grill (89 Route 79, Matawan), known for their delicious prime rib as well as a variety of chicken, seafood, burger and pasta dishes. And if you’re traveling to Monmouth County, check out our Great Small Town post on Red Bank. So hop on Jersey Transit, or the Parkway, and visit Matawan and Aberdeen. Its proximity to both New York City and the Jersey Shore make for an ideal day trip. The area’s natural beauty is evident in its lakes, parks and beaches.
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Today, Matawan and Aberdeen boast a taste of the past plus modern restaurants and stores. Over 30 years ago, a portion of Matawan became Aberdeen Township, and the neighboring towns share a zip code, school system and a sense of community. History buffs may associate Matawan Creek as the site of a 1916 vicious shark attack- subject of several documentaries, and, legend has it, an inspiration for Jaws. Take a stroll down Main Street in Matawan and discover landscape and architecture of 19th century New Jersey, alongside contemporary shops and restaurants.
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If you’re looking for a New Jersey town full of history, natural beauty and family-friendly fun, look no further than Monmouth County’s Matawan, my own hometown.
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