This county-owned linear park occupies an old railroad bed that runs 15.6 miles from Barnegat to Toms River. A bike trail covers a 3.1-mile stretch from Burr Street in Barnegat to Route 532 in Waretown, with parking at Burr Street and Waretown's Country Lane.
The county plans to extend the trail along the length of the rail right-of-way in future phases of the project.
The 10-foot-wide trail is paved with stone dust – easy to walk or bike on – and is popular with nearby residents.
The Barnegat Township Recreation Department is located on West Bay Avenue behind the Barnegat Police Department. The Recreation Department is a great asset to the community. On its Web site, you can find out about everything that is happening in the community. You will find Pre-school sign-ups, registration for youth sports and all the special events that the Recreation Department has set up.