Endless Summer Walk -- 30 miles -- Matawan to Asbury Park NJ
Walk up to 30 miles on trail, bay and beach with us. Do as little or as much as you choose.
Date and time
Location
Aberdeen-Matawan
43 Atlantic Ave Aberdeen Township, NJ 07747Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 10 hours 30 minutes
Walk thirty miles on trail, bay and beach with us.
Start: Aberdeen Matawan train station. Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in.
Finish: Asbury Park.
Distance: total of 30miles or less if you choose.
Where to find us: Parking lot north of the tracks. There is a bagel shop for coffee and bathroom there too.
Optional endpoints: Long Branch train station: 23 miles and if you choose you can walk an extra mile to the train station.
Terrain: paved, boardwalk, beach option.
Transit: NJ Transit train to Aberdeen/ Matawan.
Return: NJ Transit from Long Branch or Asbury Park.
Parking: Ample FREE parking at Aberdeen/Matawan station
Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced - depending on how far you choose to go.
Category: nature, seashore, scenic.
Coordinator: TBD
Highlights: Henry Hudson Trail, Atlantic Highlands, Sea Bright, Long Branch, Asbury Park
Don't you wish summer would never end?
The FreeWalkers know that feeling well and we aim to push the boundaries of the season each year. This year we are declaring this to be our last summer day - and one that is sure to be a great one for a final summer-like walk.
The Endless Summer Walk is a unique long distance event along the interesting and beautiful New Jersey coast. We start at the Aberdeen/Matawan train station near Keyport in the bay area and work out way east to Sandy Hook then south along the ocean all the way down to Asbury Park for a total of 30 miles - all in one day. Great trails, beautiful views and a great ending in quirky and exciting Asbury Park. This makes for an easy ending as we take the train in Asbury back to Matawan to complete the day.
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Frequently asked questions
Fluids(32 to 64 ounces), snacks or a small meal are recommended for most events. Some walks have planned stops for provisions. Depending on weather and route, you may consider a hat, sunscreen, extra socks, rain poncho, umbrella, insect repellent, first aid or foot care.
FreeWalkers mostly works with the weather the day provides, but occasionally an event will be rescheduled or cancelled if there is the expectation of substantial rainfall or dangerous conditions. Registrants will always be emailed of such changes. If no notice is provided, the walk is a go!
FreeWalkers are free to walk as much of the route as they choose. There are often optional endpoints where transit is available. Uber and other options can be considered. If you do leave the walk, it is best to let the walk coordinator know, so the group does not wait or look for you.
Most FreeWalks start and/or end at mass transit points for ease of access and return. If driving to the event, you often may park at the start and return, or park at the end and ride to the start. Check the event description for details.
Generally, yes, but pets and children may be less able to tolerate a longer distance. Walks that include indoor segments will require walkers with pets to wait outside, of course.
No need. You will be checked in at the event by providing your name.