Longstreet Farm within the park authentically recreates agricultural life from the 1890s using traditional tools and heirloom crop varieties.
The park serves as a primary trailhead for the 24-mile Henry Hudson Trail, a paved rail-trail that traverses Monmouth County.
During winter, the park's steep hills are specifically designated and maintained for public sledding.
The park sits on land formerly owned by the Longstreet family, whose descendants were among the original Dutch settlers of the area.
The site hosts a 10-acre arboretum featuring diverse tree species labeled for educational purposes.
Holmdel Park is a 563-acre Monmouth County facility centered around the historic Longstreet Farm, an operating 1890s living history farm. The park features an extensive network of wooded hiking trails, including a portion of the cross-county Henry Hudson Trail. It contains multiple ponds and large, modern playground facilities for families. The landscape is defined by rolling hills that host significant sledding activity during winter months. It serves as a central hub for regional recreational programming, including seasonal agricultural demonstrations and environmental education. The grounds provide paved and unpaved walking paths suitable for varying fitness levels. The park is managed by the Monmouth County Park System and is maintained throughout the year.
The red barn and surrounding split-rail fences at Longstreet Farm.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes if planning to explore the wooded hiking trails beyond the paved paths.
Check the farm schedule for live blacksmithing or crop harvesting demonstrations before arriving.
Visit during weekday mornings to avoid high weekend crowds and parking congestion.
Attempting to access the farm areas after sunset when livestock enclosures are locked.
The park remains open year-round, but farm building accessibility may vary based on seasonal agricultural cycles.
Leashed pets are permitted on trails; do not feed farm animals or wildlife.
