Things to Do in Lacey Township
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The top things to do in Lacey Township are Double Trouble State Park, Forked River State Marina, Lanoka Harbor Marina — details, hours, and local tips for each below.
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Restaurants
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Must-See Spots
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Double Trouble State Park
Must Seepark
Historic cranberry village with 14 restored 19th-century buildings plus miles of Pine Barrens trails. Kayak Cedar Creek through tea-colored waters lined with Atlantic white cedars.
Forked River State Marina
Must Seeattraction
State-operated marina on the picturesque Forked River. Hosts fishing tournaments and boat shows throughout the year. Great launching point for Barnegat Bay adventures.
Lanoka Harbor Marina
Must Seeattraction
Full-service marina on Cedar Creek with 24/7 fuel dock, bait shop, and slips up to 60 feet. Prime access to Barnegat Bay fishing grounds.
Barnegat Bay Fishing
Must Seeattraction
Chase the "Grand Slam" - Weakfish, Stripers, Fluke, and Bluefish. Oyster Creek Channel is known for exceptional catches during tide changes.
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Double Trouble State Park
Historic cranberry village with 14 restored 19th-century buildings plus miles of Pine Barrens trails. Kayak Cedar Creek through tea-colored waters lined with Atlantic white cedars.
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Forked River State Marina
State-operated marina on the picturesque Forked River. Hosts fishing tournaments and boat shows throughout the year. Great launching point for Barnegat Bay adventures.
Lanoka Harbor Marina
Full-service marina on Cedar Creek with 24/7 fuel dock, bait shop, and slips up to 60 feet. Prime access to Barnegat Bay fishing grounds.
Silver Cloud Harbor Marina
Award-winning family-owned marina complex with 4 properties, ship store, pool, and 310 summer slips on the north branch of Forked River.
Cedar Creek Kayaking
Paddle through the Pine Barrens on tea-colored waters. Access points at Dover Forge, Ore Pond, and White Bridge. Canoe/kayak rentals available nearby.
Barnegat Bay Fishing
Chase the "Grand Slam" - Weakfish, Stripers, Fluke, and Bluefish. Oyster Creek Channel is known for exceptional catches during tide changes.
Lacey Township Vibe
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Marina Gateway
Family Friendly
4/5 Stars
Nightlife
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Quietness
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Lacey Township is Best For
Events & Festivals
Lacey Community Day
Mid-SeptemberLacey Township's annual community festival featuring live music, food vendors, kids activities, local crafts, and fire truck displays. Free family event celebrating local community spirit.
Forked River Bay Days
Late JuneForked River waterfront celebration with marina tours, boat demonstrations, fishing clinics for kids, live entertainment, and seafood vendors along Barnegat Bay. Celebrates local maritime culture.
Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony
November 11thLacey Township honors veterans with annual ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park. Features wreath laying, military honors, guest speakers, and community tribute to local heroes who served.
Summer Concert Series
Thursday evenings, July-AugustLacey Recreation Department presents free outdoor concerts featuring tribute bands, classic rock, and family entertainment. Bring lawn chairs to Gille Park for summer evening music under the stars.
Halloween Parade & Trunk-or-Treat
Late OctoberLacey Township family Halloween event with costume parade through downtown Forked River, trunk-or-treat at municipal lot, pumpkin decorating, and prizes for best costumes. Popular community tradition.