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Freneau Woods Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · Running trail in Aberdeen Township, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Freneau Woods Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Freneau Woods Park
“This is a very nice, clean and stimulating small woods with trails to see little wetlands.”
“Beautiful place to walk when you want a relaxing hike.”
“Not crowded, we saw no one else on the trails.”
This is a great park for just opening not that long ago! The trails, while limited are very nice and scenic. IMPORTANT: For first time visitors looking for the trails, follow these directions: Trail 1: After turning down Monastery Lane, continue down the road until you see the Assumption/Event center on your left.
I visited Freneau Woods Park after 5PM on the evening of July 5th. I did the north part of the Lake Woods Trail and, by accident, the south part of this trail as well.
I was there for a seminar inside the building. I have no idea where the park and trails are located. I didn't notice anything from the building parking lot. Inside was ok. The instructor had the lights off in the room from when we walked in. She said it was the only way we could see the screen for the presentation.
It's a new park so there aren't a lot of signs up for trails or facilities at up, but I love how quiet and peaceful the park is and how easily you can access the woods, once you know where the trails are. It's a lovely place for a family walk. It gets muddy after the rains though so wear the appropriate shoes!
Trail conditions & character
“Enter the parking lot, and the trail is in the far left corner of the parking lot (farthest corner from the building.”
“My guess is that there was just enough soil in this crook for the other species of tree to germinate and take root.”
“Not crowded, we saw no one else on the trails.”
“Beautiful place to walk when you want a relaxing hike.”
“The second half of the seminar was to meet people (& dogs) that are already part of the seminar program.”
“The instructor had the lights off in the room from when we walked in.”
Plan your run at Freneau Woods Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemonmouthcountyparks.com
- Phone+1 732-842-4000
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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