It's been over a year now since they opened the new Forked River rest area on the Garden State Parkway. The rest stop is located at mile marker 74. The rest stop is beautiful but in my opinion, it needs some added attractions.
We get it, commuting is tough. It's almost like a real life version of chess. You must have a strategy - Do you leave the office 15 minutes early to beat the rush, or stay a little later to avoid sitting like a stranded duck? Patience is another key element in the life of a commuter...