Freehold
Just before the battle, Clinton used the house of a local farmer as his headquarters. Covenhoven House, 150 W. Main St., dates from the early 1750s and contains period furnishings. The house is open May through September; phone (732) 462-1466.
Outdoor recreation is available at nearby Turkey Swamp Park. Camping is available early Apr. to mid-November, while boat rentals are offered daily in the summer and on fall weekends; phone (732) 462-7286.
Harness racing takes place at Freehold Raceway, US 9 and SR 33, during most of the year; phone (732) 462-3800.
Note: Policies concerning admittance of children to pari-mutuel betting facilities vary. Phone for information.
Visitor Centers
Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce 10 E. Main St., Suite 1A Freehold, NJ 07728. Phone:(732)462-3030