A 2007 Quality Lodge Serving Monmouth Council #347 Since 1950

Scouting’s National Honor Society

Battle of Monmouth Historic Trail

Unit information sheet and reservation form

Color tri-fold brochure 280k

BSA Historic Trails Award form 423k (The Historic Trails Award is a National recognition program which requires additional work by the troop beyond just hiking the Trail. This form gives all the requirements.)

A few facts about the trail:

• The Battle of Monmouth occurred on June 28, 1778.
• The historic trail is about 11 miles long (a shorter version is available for Webelos dens).
• A trail medal, patch, and mug are available for purchase by the unit leader for the hikers. The medal costs $6.00, and the patch and mug each cost $5.00.
• The trail begins at Quail Hill Scout Reservation and ends at the battle monument in front of the Monmouth County courthouse in Freehold. (It is not a loop trail.)
• The trail passes through the Monmouth Battlefield State Park. You can see artifacts from the battle at the park’s visitor center.
• Significant sections of the trail involve hiking along roads.

All groups wishing to hike the trail must make a reservation for a trail orientation. Reservations are made through the Monmouth Council BSA service center, and must be made at least 2 weeks in advance. Refer to the Reservation form for additional information.

If you have any questions, please email the Trail chairman.