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    New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May
    New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May
    New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May
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    New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May

    By Russell Roberts

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    This guide, a goldmine for residents and visitors alike, tells you all about the best amusement parks, historic sites, cultural attractions, beaches, boardwalks, parks, forests, and much more - plus sections on restaurants, hotels and shopping. We highlig
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHunter Publishing
    Release dateOct 30, 2010
    ISBN9781588439796
    New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May
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    Russell Roberts

    Russell Roberts has been a freelance writer for 25 years. He has published more than a dozen books for adults, several dozen for children, hundreds of articles, and dozens of pieces of fiction. He also frequently speaks on topics relating to New Jersey history. He is a lifetime resident of New Jersey, where he lives with his family, including a wily calico cat.

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      New Jersey's Atlantic Shore - Russell Roberts

      New Jersey's Atlantic Shore: From Sandy Hook to Atlantic City & on to Cape May

      Russell Roberts

      HUNTER PUBLISHING, INC,

      www.hunterpublishing.com

      Ulysses Travel Publications

      4176 Saint-Denis, Montréal, Québec

      Canada H2W 2M5

      tel. 514-843-9882, ext. 2232; fax 514-843-9448

      Windsor Books

      The Boundary, Wheatley Road, Garsington

      Oxford, OX44 9EJ England

      tel. 01865-361122; fax 01865-361133

      © 2010 Hunter Publishing, Inc.

      All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the publisher.

      This guide focuses on recreational activities. As all such activities contain elements of risk, the publisher, author, affiliated individuals and companies disclaim responsibility for any injury, harm, or illness that may occur to anyone through, or by use of, the information in this book. Every effort was made to insure the accuracy of information in this book, but the publisher and author do not assume, and hereby disclaim, liability for any loss or damage caused by errors, omissions, misleading information or potential travel problems caused by this guide, even if such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause.

      Introduction

      The Atlantic Shore

      Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, Cape May Counties

      Monmouth County

      Best Bets

      For the Kids

      Restaurants

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Ocean County

      Best Bets

      Restaurants

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Atlantic County

      Best Bets

      Restaurants

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Cape May County

      Best Bets

      Restaurants

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Introduction

      This book is a response to those who don’t think that there is anything to do in New Jersey. There is an ugly perception floating about that the Garden State contains nothing but landfills, turnpikes and asphalt.

      Not true.

      In reality, New Jersey is an incredibly diverse state with an amazing array of things to do. The state’s small size makes getting to most places a trip of just a few hours.

      There is, of course, the Shore, with its sandy beaches, cool ocean breezes and boardwalk amusements. But there is also Northwestern New Jersey – a region full of green rolling hills, magnificent valleys, and picturesque towns ignored by time. There are also the southern counties, with their wide-open spaces, lush farms, and celebration of a simpler way of life. Even the northern urban counties, which typically get dismissed as concrete jungles, have a surprising number of things to do and see, including zoos, arboretums, historic sites, and museums.

      Attention Shoppers!Did you know that New Jersey has no sales tax on either clothing or shoes?

      We highlight the best bets in each county – places where you might like to go and spend a lazy day, or an afternoon away from home, along with listings for restaurants and accommodations. Each New Jersey county is unique, and each has a surprising number of things to do. This book is designed to help you make your initial discovery of each county and encourage you to discover everything it has to offer.

      Fun Fact:Which white European explorer first set eyes on New Jersey? His name was Giovanni da Verrazano, and all he got for his troubles was a bridge named after him that ­isn’t even in New Jersey. Born in 1485 in Florence, Italy – or perhaps Lyons, France (history isn’t clear on that subject) – Verrazano came to America on a French-sponsored voyage of exploration in 1524. Among the points of land he reportedly saw were Cape May, Delaware Bay, and the Navesink Highlands. Unfortunately, the man who first saw New Jersey suffered a horrible end; on a trip to the Caribbean in 1528, he was attacked by Indians, who cut him up and ate him.

      The book also contains fascinating historical trivia and amazing facts. If there is something special about a particular restaurant, it’s included. All of the hotels and restaurants listed here are fine establishments, but their inclusion does not constitute an endorsement. There are many that have not been included. The  listings are just to get you started.

      Those of us who live in New Jersey don’t realize how lucky we are. Just about every leisure pastime – amusement parks, historic sites, cultural attractions, beaches, boardwalks, parks and forests, and more – is located within our borders.

      Whether you are a long-time resident, a new arrival, or a visitor, welcome to the great Garden State of New Jersey.

      NOTE: Hours are listed for each attraction when appropriate. Most parks are open from sunrise to sunset. However,call firstbefore heading out. Hours for attractions are frequently adjusted, and the on-going state budget woes may mean shortened hours at historic sites and other state-operated facilities.

      Did You Know…?

      State animal        Horse

      State bird            Eastern goldfinch

      State bug            Honeybee

      State dance        Square dance

      State dinosaur   Hadrosaurus foulkii

      State fish            Brook trout

      State flower       Meadow violet

      State shell          Conch

      State tree      Red oak

      Fun Fact: The shortest highway in America is in New Jersey. Route 59, clocking in at a whopping 792 feet, is located on the border of Cranford and Garwood. It was originally built in 1931 to be part of Route 22, but plans changed.

      The Atlantic Shore

      Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, Cape May Counties

      Is there anyone who hasn’t been to, or at least heard of, the Jersey Shore? Famous as the birthplace of the boardwalk, cherished as a relaxing getaway for young and old alike, and celebrated for its beautiful beaches, salt-tinged ocean breezes, and gorgeous vistas, the Jersey Shore is a place where memories are made and dreams are born (and sometimes even come true).

      Since it is such a vacationer’s paradise, the Atlantic coast has the most to do. Thus it seems only natural to start a guidebook here. We start with the northernmost Shore county, Monmouth, and work straight down the coast to Cape May, eschewing the alphabetical approach used in the rest of the book.

      Although these counties revolve around the ocean and summertime, look closer; they have a lot more to offer than just the beach and boardwalk. Sure, the beaches are 127 miles of pure enjoyment, but there are flea markets, historic sites, and some unusual attractions, such as a zoo for sick and injured animals.

      So if you don’t swim, dislike seagulls, and have a natural aversion to sand, fear not. You just have to look around, and you’ll discover choices galore at the Jersey Shore.

      Monmouth County

      Decades ago, before the completion of the Garden State Parkway, the words Monmouth County were synonymous with the Jersey Shore. Except for Atlantic City and Cape May farther south, practically all of the destinations associated with the Shore were in Monmouth County – Asbury Park, Keyport, Sandy Hook, Long Branch, Spring Lake, and the list goes on. Point Pleasant Beach? Seaside Heights? Long Beach Island? Never heard of them.

      But then they built the Parkway, in part to open up the rest of the Shore to tourism. It did that, and more. Suddenly the entire coastline was open not only to vacationers, but to permanent residents. People drove down the Parkway, discovered the beauty of Ocean County, Atlantic County, and Cape May County, and decided to move there. The dust is still settling from the resulting building boom.

      Of course, the Parkway also brought tourists. Suddenly Point Pleasant, Seaside Heights, and other such places were on the map. Tourists came by the bushel full, and found a whole host of pretty, unspoiled coastal towns. Names like Somers Point and Bay Head became familiar. It used to be, during a winter snowstorm, that you could walk down the main street of one of these towns and not see a soul. Not any more.

      Unfortunately, the Parkway’s completion also diverted tourists from the old Shore –

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