Manahawkin Lake Park Iii park
Manahawkin Lake Park Iii
One of the most prominent features of the park is the lake itself. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming. Visitors can rent boats, kayaks, and canoes, or bring their own and launch them from the park's boat ramp. The park also has a swimming beach area that is open during the summer months.
In addition to water activities, the park also has several hiking trails that wind through the woods surrounding the lake. Wildlife is abundant in the park, and visitors can often spot deer, birds, and other animals while hiking. There is also a playground and picnic area, making this a great spot for families.
Interesting facts about the park include the fact that it was once a cranberry bog, and remnants of the bog can still be seen in some areas of the park. The park also has a rich history, as it was once the site of a Native American village.
The best time of year to visit the park is during the summer months when the lake is open for swimming and boating. However, the park is also beautiful in the fall when the leaves change color.
Overall, Manahawkin Lake Park III is a great destination for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors in New Jersey. Its beautiful lakeside setting, abundance of wildlife, and variety of activities make it a must-visit spot for anyone visiting the area.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Manahawkin Lake Park Iii, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass River State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Bodine Field | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Godfrey Bridge - Wharton State Forest | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Godfrey Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chestnut Lake Rv Resort | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hawkin Bridge Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Manahawkin Lake Park Iii as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Manahawkin Lake Park Iii
What can I do at Manahawkin Lake Park Iii?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Manahawkin Lake Park Iii?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Manahawkin Lake Park Iii.