This one's for the history buffs. The Battle of Monmouth took place June 28, 1778 and was one of the greatest battles in the revolutionary war. It was fought on and around the grounds of Monmouth battlefield in Freehold. The very ground is a sacred testament to freedom. Envisioning the battles and victory on the hilly fields is far more romantic than the actual battles. The crude weapons used were brutal at best, but it does not take away from the beauty of the landscape. There is a reenactment of the battle in late June every year and hiking the trails with the children is always fun. In addition, there are several exhibits to keep you occupied during the direct sun times of the day.
More Information Can Be found:
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/monbat.htmlA great side note and place to go after the park is the Battleview Orchards, right up the road. The Orchards have been family run since 1908 and have the best baked goods, fruits and vegetables. They have not been destroyed by commercialization like The Delicious Orchards in Colts Neck.
For more information on the Battleview Orchards:
http://www.battlevieworchards.com/
