Timeline
07:16
Walk the trails at Jakes Branch County Park as the sun rises. The park opens at 7AM, so you will be among the first inside. The observation deck offers a quiet view over the Pine Barrens before the day gets busy.
08:16
Head to Uncle Dood's Donnts for a warm pastry. This spot is open from 6:30AM until 1PM, making it the perfect early morning stop before it closes. Grab a donut to go or sit in if you have time.
08:46
Stroll through Huddy Park to see the replica of the Revolutionary War fort. It is a short walk from the donut shop. The park is named after Joshua Huddy and sits in downtown Toms River, offering a piece of local history in a green space.
Local tip
Jakes Branch County Park closes at dusk, so plan your morning walk while the light is fresh. Uncle Dood's Donnts is closed on Mondays, so check the calendar if you are visiting on that day.
Check before you go
- Jakes Branch County Park hours are 7AM to dusk.
- Uncle Dood's Donnts is closed on Mondays and closes at 1PM.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Toms River (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).