Lacey Township Community Information

Forked River | Lanoka Harbor | Bamber

Overview of Lacey Township

📍 Location and Composition

Lacey Township is a municipality located in Ocean County, New Jersey, and forms part of the Jersey Shore region. Spanning approximately 84 square miles, the township includes the communities of Forked River, Lanoka Harbor, and Bamber Lakes.

🌊 Waterfront Communities and Recreation

Lacey Township features one of the largest waterfront housing developments in Ocean County. Miles of homes are built along bulkheaded lagoons, providing direct access to Barnegat Bay, with additional bayfront residences enhancing the area's appeal. The township is home to several marinas, including the New Jersey State Marina, and supports a vibrant fishing community with organizations such as The Forked River Tuna Club.

🏡 Residential Areas and Lakes

West of State Highway Route 9, the township boasts numerous single-family homes, including lakeside properties surrounding three scenic lakes. Seasonal activities abound, with ice skaters frequenting the frozen Mill Pond in winter and kayakers exploring the lakes in summer. Cedar Lake is especially popular for freshwater fishing.

🚲 Parks, Trails, and Accessibility

The Barnegat Branch Rail Trail passes through Lacey, providing a favored route for walkers, bikers, and runners. The township offers convenient north-south access via Exit 74 on the Garden State Parkway. Distances to major cities are as follows: 62 miles to Center City Philadelphia, 50 miles to Atlantic City, and 82 miles to New York City.