Lakehurst New Jersey Map

About Lakehurst, New Jersey

Lakehurst is a locality in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,681. The population density is 1149.9 people per km². Lakehurst is located at 40.0146°N, 74.3113°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Lakehurst rests on land that was once a tapestry of pine barrens and sandy soil, a place where the air, especially in the humid blush of a summer afternoon, carries the faint, resinous perfume of the surrounding pines. It lies 3.4 miles north of Ocean County, NJ (from Ocean County, NJ: bearing 1°T), and is situated 7.6 miles south-west of Lakewood. The terrain here is a gently rolling expanse, not dramatic, but yielding, with pockets of wetland and the occasional shimmering pond reflecting the broad, often cloud-streaked sky. Oak and maple trees mingle with the ever-present pines, their leaves rustling a low murmur in the breeze, and in the cooler months, the muted golds and russets of autumn paint the landscape with a quiet, earthy beauty. The streets of Lakehurst themselves are a gentle grid, lined with a mix of older homes and newer constructions, many fronted by lawns that, in the early morning, catch the dew like scattered diamonds. The history of Lakehurst is inextricably linked to the pioneering spirit of aviation, a fact evident in the lingering presence of its former naval air station, a landmark that shaped much of the area's development and economy for decades. This legacy brought with it a unique character, a blend of military precision and small-town New Jersey pragmatism, creating a community that grew and adapted around the roar of engines and the science of flight. While that era has passed, the echo remains, influencing the local rhythm and the collective memory of Lakehurst, a place that remembers its grander, noisier past while quietly cultivating its present, its economy now more diversified, with a focus on local businesses and services that cater to the enduring, unpretentious charm of its residents.

About This Lakehurst Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lakehurst, New Jersey with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lakehurst and Ocean County.

Detailed location data for Lakehurst includes the ZIP code (08733), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Ocean County (Toms River), and school district assignment (Lakehurst Borough School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lakehurst is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.