209 County Route 537 East, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
(732) 542-1642 - Visitor Center
(732) 460-1167 - Activity Center
(732) 542-1643 - Ranger Station
Park Brochure & Map
Park opens at 7:00am 365 days a year.
Closing time is 9pm through June 7; 9:30pm June 8-July 17; 9pm July 18-August 15.
The Sprayground is closed for maintenance.
Please check back for updates. (Posted 5/23/13)
This active recreation site features 535 acres which include a barrier-free playground, tennis courts, two swimming pools (for lessons only), a Sprayground, an inline rink, basketball courts, open fields, and 2.3 miles of paved trail for walking, biking, and in-line skating. There are also athletic fields available for use for games only, no practices. Please consult the Athletic Field Rentals link to the right under "Facilities" for further information.
PLEASE NOTE: Large group (over 50 people) gatherings are not available at this site. A Picnic Shelter can be rented for a max of 50 people. Please see Picnic Area & Shelters for more information and nearby County Park System facilities where larger groups can be accommodated.
Challenger Place – A Playground for Children of All Abilities
Challenger Place is a place for all children to play in Monmouth County. This universally accessible playground provides all children, at their own level of play, an opportunity to laugh, play, grow and learn together. This play facility, opened in June 2004, includes elevated surfaces that are accessible to those in wheelchairs and Braille signs for individuals who are visually impaired. Each of the three play structures has areas in where children of varied abilities can play together, enjoying fun and stimulating activities. This playground project was a joint venture of the Monmouth County Park System and Challenged Youth Sports, Middletown and is the first universally integrated playground in New Jersey.
Sprayground
Adjacent to Challenger Place is the Sprayground. This water-enhanced playground is a great place to be cool and play with water. The facility is open daily from May 19-September 9. The Sprayground opens weekdays at 11am and at 10am on weekends and holidays. Closing is at 7:00pm.
This facility provides refreshment for park visitors and participants in Park System summer camp programs. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Individuals and family groups are welcome; group outings are not permitted. For further information, contact the park office at (732) 542-1642 Mondays-Fridays 8:30am-5:00pm, or view our Sprayground FAQ for answers to general questions.
Model Rockets and Airplanes
The use of model rockets and radio controlled model aircraft is permitted, with appropriate permit, in designated areas on the south side of Highway 537. For details on obtaining a permit, and other requirements, please see our complete rules.
Trails
A paved trail winds its way around and through the north side of this active park. The 2.3 mile trail has two loops for you to choose and vary your trail experience. The park also offers an in-line skating rink for casual, rental or league use.
Park Map with Trails (pdf)
Coyote Advisory
Coyotes have been sighted around Dorbrook Recreation Area. Visitors are urged to take these precautions:
- Although rare, coyotes have been known to attack humans. Parents should monitor children, even in familiar surroundings.
- Do not feed coyotes.
- Keep pets on leash and never leave them unattended.
- Report coyote sightings to a Park Ranger. Email us or call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312, with comments or concerns.
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Directions
- Garden State Parkway to Exit 109. Southbound, turn right onto Rt. 520 (Newman Springs Rd.); northbound, turn left onto Rt. 520. Follow Rt. 520 (1.5 miles) to Swimming River Rd., turn left. Follow Swimming River Rd.to Rt. 537 west, turn right. Follow to Area.
- State Hwy. 34 to Rt. 537 east. Southbound, turn left; northbound, turn right. Follow Rt. 537 east to Area.
- State Hwy. 18 to Exit 19, Hwy. 34 north. Follow Hwy. 34 to Rt. 537 east. Turn right. Follow Rt. 537 to Area.
Please Note: Activity Center, Visitor Center, softball, field hockey, in-line rink, paved trail, playground, hard courts and pool are on the north side of Rt. 537. Soccer, lacrosse and flag football fields are on the south side.