Who knew one road in Monmouth County could lead to a day of fun. Are you looking for things to do around Monmouth County? Need more ideas for fun weekend plans? Head to Crawfords Corner Road + your possibilities are endless.
Here is my itinerary for a perfect weekend on Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel:
Start your morning at Oak Hill Farms where you can grab a coffee, shop the barn + hang outback with the farm animals. Oak Hill Farms is a perfect kid friendly spot in Monmouth County filled with family fun. My daughter asks to go there all the time. They have fun kids activities on the weekend like Story Time with the animals. Tip: They have the best local honey. My favorite is the wildflower.
On the opposite corner of Oak Hill Farms you will find Almost Home, a favorite of mine + on my list of best places to eat in Monmouth County. Whether you are craving a coffee, delicious baked goods or a fresh, locally sourced meal - Almost Home General in Lincroft hits the spot. I love that everything on the menu down to the ketchup is made in house with ingredients from local farms + businesses. TIP: don't leave without a donut. They are in my opinion the best donuts in Monmouth County.
A destination about 5 minutes off of Crawfords Corner that I LOVE is Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown. It is one of my favorite parks in Monmouth County. There is a beautiful greenhouse, horticultural center, koi pond, rose garden + trails that lead to a little pond in the back. TIP: Perfect time to visit is during the spring especially April + the summer when the garden is in full bloom.
If you have kids in tow + want to let out energy, head directly across the street from Deep Cut Gardens to Tatum Park where they can play on the playground. You can also head into the woods to hike the trails with great views.
A little further down off of Crawfords Corner Road is Holmdel Park + Longstreet Farm - our go to park + farm where we can spend hours visiting the animals, playing on the playground, walking the trails, picnic in the field + sitting by the pond. It may not be the zoo, but Holmdel Park is a great spot to spend a day in Monmouth County.
If the weather turns south or you need to beat the heat head to Bell Works right off of Crawfords Corner Road. There you can enjoy a bit to eat at one of the many restaurants. like a pizza at Corbo & Sons. Grab a drink at Bar Bella. Certain Saturdays + every Wednesday you will catch the Bellworks Fresh market where local vendors fill the space selling everything from jewelry to candles + more. You can even stay to enjoy the sunset on their outside deck. There is always something fun happening at Bell Works make sure to follow them for upcoming events. TIP: If Benchmark Breads is there do not leave home without the best bread in Monmouth County.
Whenever you are looking for weekday activities or weekend ideas around New Jersey type in Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel in your GPS + I guarantee a day full of fun! It is right off the parkway, not far from New York City + the Jersey Shore!
Where is your favorite Crawfords Corner spot?
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