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    Hooks Creek Lake Beach

    Cheesequake State Park, Old Bridge Township, New JerseyLake on Hooks Creek LakeSeasonal swimming

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    Freshwater lake beach with a designated lifeguarded swimming area in Cheesequake State Park.

    Water
    Lake, Hooks Creek Lake
    Swim hours
    Swimming is permitted while lifeguards are on duty, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
    Facilities
    Changing area, restrooms, first-aid station, concession
    Lifeguard
    Yes, when on duty.
    Managed by
    New Jersey State Parks

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    The swimming area is at Cheesequake State Park, 300 Gordon Road, Matawan.

    40.4396, -74.2698

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    Rules to know before you go

    • Do not swim outside lifeguarded hours.
    • Do not use inner tubes, rafts or other flotation devices.
    • Use only U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices.

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