Thompson Park

Thompson Park is a tranquil oasis nestled in the heart of our bustling city, offering a sanctuary where nature's beauty thrives. Its sprawling green spaces, towering trees, and winding pathways invite visitors to unwind and reconnect with the natural world. From leisurely strolls to energetic picnics and lively gatherings, Thompson Park provides a versatile backdrop for a myriad of activities. The meticulously maintained gardens burst with vibrant colors, while the tranquil ponds and streams create a serene ambiance that soothes the soul. Whether seeking solitude or camaraderie, this park effortlessly accommodates all who enter its gates, leaving an indelible mark of tranquility and beauty on each visitor's heart. Thompson Park is truly a gem that enriches the fabric of our community.

Great park in Monmouth County. Something for everyone in your family. Hiking, biking, boating, walking, tennis, pickle ball, kids play ground.

Fall time foliage is beautiful

Great park with so many activities to do indoors and out! The off leash dog area is well maintained, the playground is great for older and younger kids. There are indoor restrooms and vending machines at the Visitor Center and creative art center as well as porta potty's throughout the park. Trails are both paved and unpaved, relatively flat terrain awesome for roller skates/blades. Bring a blanket and picnic on the lawn or find one of the areas with tables and grills for a beautiful lunch!

What do you want in a park beside outdoor space to just hang with family and friends. And reasonably close to home.I did not find a lot of places to sit but adequate at the time. I have seen the place full for athletic evezbut you know to bring chairs, drinks, and food,etc. Check it out it was really clean.

We went to Thompson Park Day, and again recently to snowshoe... both times we were impressed by the facilities! They have all sorts of activities which you would never expect in Monmouth County. We brought our own snowshoes but noted that they had cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals. The staff were still so kind to greet us warmly and let us know where we were allowed to venture to with our gear. Our son was so happy to waddle in the snow and see all the beautiful nature. Excellent park, we will be back!

Large beautiful park with lots of trails. Great for taking a leisurely bike ride or enjoying the park with your dog. We had a dog pack walk there today. Lots of parking available. Several bathrooms. Also, there are lots of paved trails making this park area very accessible for those who move differently. There are several call boxes distributed around the park, in case of emergency.

The 6 kilometer walk on the Thomson loop was pleasant. Definitely recommend for those looking for a light effort walking trail.

Clean park featuring a dog park, paved trails, a pound, playground, and other activities. The resivor trail is currently my favorite. The monmouth county park system also offers a variety of classes and I do take pottery here as well.

Went hiking at Thompson Park and took the Reservoir Loop which is 4.8 miles. Hiking through the woods was magical in a way and hard to believe I was still in NJ. The beautiful views of the Swimming River Reservoir and Marlu Lake were so breathtaking. I even met some dogs while hiking in the woods. I also took a walk to see some of the areas of the park. There are wide paved paths for running or walking your dog. There's an off-leash fenced in dog area. There are plenty of well-kept fields for different activities, a playground, creative arts center and you can go fishing and rent a canoe or kayak. The Visitor Center and landscape are incredibly beautiful. The Visitor Center was a mansion that belonged to the Thompson Family which was originally built in 1896. Due to a fire in 2006 that destroyed the family residence, it was rebuilt to retain its original beautiful structure and reopened in 2009 as an information center. Fun Fact: The Thompson estate was originally named Brookdale Farm and part of the estate became Brookdale Community College.

Thompson Park is a wonderful place for a walk, run, hike or even just to sit and enjoy a sunny fall day.

Whether it's walking the dog, out for a long run or a leisurely bike ride, Thompson Park is a perfect place for a day away. I am fortunate to live 2 miles or so away and go there often. Great for families or anyone who likes being outdoors. The bike trail is about 4 1/2 miles around with plenty of open areas to throw a frisbee or catch a baseball. Also a small lake and canoe rentals at times. You can launch a kayak if you have one but again it is not large lake.

We arrived Nov. 5th and was amazed at the beauty and size of this park. With wide flat trails, we biked around. Absolutely a place I will go again. Beautiful for walking, biking, strolling. Clean and spacious park. Nice clean bathrooms

I go to this park to ride a closed circuit. The trail is in good shape with only a few spots that will jolt you if you don’t watch for them. A complete circuit is about 3.5 miles. People do walk the trail, but it is not very crowded.

Gorgeous park with several asphalt paths. You can run, bike, skate, hike, picnic and more. We hike the beautiful reservoir loop which is now marked well. A walking stick is helpful in some sections. My five year old did the whole loop.

A huge, beautiful park with several hiking trails that are partially shaded by trees, a lake, shaded picknic area and other amenities. This park is well kept and a true jewel in the crown of the mounmouth county park system.

Huge park with plenty of amenities, including a DIY bike repair station. Beautiful scenery and paved trails if you're not looking for a forest walk or worried about ticks.

My map GPS took me to the annex, but I made it around to the correct entrance. There are many trails both paved and unpaved. I enjoyed the trail in the woods. There are bathrooms located in the beautiful house on the property. I’m looking forward to cross country skiing there this winter.

A beautiful walk, the trails are all paved and open. It is mostly in the sun so bring a big water bottle. There are benches and Porta potties along the way. Lol We walked 5.64 miles. Right now there is an owls nesting and you might be able to see the baby owl. 5/5/22

This park is really nice. The trails are easy and flat so you can have a nice walk, or the kids can ride bikes, scooters or roller skates and no worry about big hills. The playground is pretty new and clean.

A nice park with multiple trails.. I usually take the 4 mile paved loop trail but there are other nice trails through the woods and meadows. Once went through the meadows in summer.. there were a lot of ticks so I stick to the paved trail after that.