Location: Jackson
Top Things to do in Jackson
Top 10 Things to do in Jackson, United States
Jackson Township, named after Andrew Jackson, is a township in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township population was 54,856. The population increased by 12,040 (+28.1%) from the 42,816 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 9,583 (+28.8%) from the 33,233 counted in the 1990 Census. The 2010 population was the highest recorded in any decennial census. The township is located within the New Jersey Pine Barrens.
Restaurants in Jackson
1. FirstEnergy Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 126 reviews
The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore's top stop for affordable, family entertainment. A Phillies affiliate, the BlueClaws play 70 home games across the summer at beautiful FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood. There are fireworks after every Friday and select Saturday home games. Thursdays are Thirsty Thursdays, with dollar beer and soda. Kids Eat Free every Sunday too!
Reviewed By Jason S - Minneapolis
Tyler, the group salesperson was a great help in planning our family event. We had 13 people - 9 adults and 4 kids. Tyler arranged for our name to be on the big screen when they welcomed groups. It made us feel very special! The park is clean, and the concessions are good. Lines weren't too long. The bouncy house area was a great activity for the little kids who couldn't sit through the whole game.
2. Manasquan Reservoir Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By Muayyad A - Freehold, New Jersey
My go to place for solo runs that clear the mind. Wide soft trails -5 miles plus a little - in a serene-quite environment around a beautiful water reservoir. You get true nature connection and the trails are covered by tress, nice shade during the summer.
3. Amazing Escape Room Freehold
Overall Ratings
5 based on 479 reviews
Real-life room escape games are a type of physical adventure game in which people are locked in a room with other participants and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit.
Reviewed By Jennifer M
My 14 year old daughter and her friends loved doing this for her bday. Would highly recommend it for a teen birthday party! There was so much teamwork and laughter during the activity! Can't wait to go back with my friends and family to escape from other rooms! Staff were friendly, fun-loving and patient! Also, if you have the Route 9 Community Card, you get a discount!
4. Jersey Shore Pirates
Overall Ratings
5 based on 338 reviews
We are New Jersey's premier venue for all things Pirate. Our facilities, Pirate Ship, and crew are unmatched. Set Sail on the Sea Gypsy II for a Pirate Adventure your family will be talking about for years to come.
Reviewed By Amy L - Brick, NJ
What a wonderful experience! We took our 5 and 2 year old girls, who had a blast! Arrive early so that you can enjoy the free kid tatoos and check out the area. The children are separated from the adults on the boat and engaged in an adventure then entire trip. The adults were able to sit back and relax for an hour, it was wonderful!! I would HIGHLY recommend taking the last trip for the day... so you can also enjoy the sunset :) And don't forget to wear your Pirate Gear!!
5. Six Flags Safari
Overall Ratings
4 based on 369 reviews
Adjacent to Six Flags Great Adventure, this park features 350 acres that are filled with more than 1,200 animals from six continents.
Reviewed By rikosum - New York City, New York
We got to Great Adventure super early and were waiting in line for the park to open. The minute they opened the gates, we jetted off to the Safari ride. We wanted to be the first ones to get on the ride because the wait will become terrible later and they sometimes close early. It was the best decision as we were on the second truck and got the best seats, at the front. We got an awesome guide named Alex who has a deep voice that's just dreamy and sounds like he should voiceover those nature shows. His sense of humor throughout the ride was wonderful and made it so enjoyable. The animals were amazing, and I got to see so many up close! Sitting on the left side was best because a lot of animals seem to be on that side. The animals looked close enough to touch - rhinos, giraffes, elephants, ostriches, and much more. We didn't get to feed the giraffes but we didn't really mind. Loved it!
6. Allaire State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Spanning more than 3,000 acres, this state park is best known for its 19th-century iron-making town, Allaire Village, and antique steam trains.
Reviewed By NotasPromised - Lawrenceville, NJ
This campground is only 6 miles to the beach. It's location is perfect. The cabins only have bunk beds and a table but was a lot easier then setting up a tent. The bathrooms were clean for a state park. Lots of hiking trails around the park. Great weekend getaway.
7. Monmouth Battlefield Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By hotrocks1962
Problem is, nothing else seems to have been touched either. Such an important battlefield deserves better treatment from New Jersey. Gift shop and museum store opened 3 hours a week, 1 staff person on hand to answer questions, and the feeling that this is a forgotten piece of history due to negligence. Total shame. Now I know why I was the only person there.
8. Delicious Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By Ricardo S S - Newark, New Jersey
Set my oldest cheese record with their 8 year old Canadian cheddar. This place has all things eatable from produce to fully cooked or baked items. Reasonable priced local produce and excellent assortment of coffees, cheese, candy, syrups, honey, etc. They even have a smoothie bar, ice cream bar, desert bar and snack bar. I had a panini with ham, Brie, Granny Smith apple slice & apple butter- it was fantastic.
9. Wall Stadium Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By ginny110411 - Manasquan
A fun place for everyone who loves to watch local drivers whether they are learning the ropes or competing for wins. A good way to spend a weekend afternoon/evening with family, friends, etc. However, they have recently changed concession companies and my advice now is either bring your own food or buy your eats at the Sabrett stand at the far end of the stands. Service from the new concessions is lousy, food tastes terrible and we heard too many people complaining about it. Still, you gotta enjoy the racing!
10. Jersey Shore Premium Outlets
Overall Ratings
4 based on 233 reviews
Located in Tinton Falls, minutes away from the popular Jersey Shore area, the center is close to many popular Jersey Shore communities. Jersey Shore Premium Outlets offers quality outlet shopping in a village setting designed with the charm of the shoreline area and serves the popular vacation market. Easy access off the Garden State Parkway also ensures that travelers from the New York City metro area, and those en route to Atlantic City, can enjoy a Premium Outlets "stop and shop" experience.
Reviewed By Barbara S
I enjoy this outlet mall because it's not too large or confusing. It's basically one large square with 2 short walkways on the inner part. The prices are good, as it's an outlet and it's never too crowded. It's very clean and well kept. We took guests from England here and they love the prices and the variety.
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