New Jersey’s coastal parks, historic lighthouses, and lively coastal culture captivate visitors of all ages. If nature or history are your passions, New Jersey parks provide the ideal retreat.
Lakewood NJ’s incredible frum neighborhood close to shuls makes this luxury kosher vacation home suitable for 6 guests comfortably. However, please be aware there are no High Chairs or Pack & Plays included for use during their stay.
1. Wildwood Park
Wildwood Park is an eye-catching beachfront destination offering visitors an array of attractions. Spanning nearly 38 blocks, its classic boardwalk features restaurants, souvenir shops, thrilling water parks and amusement piers with plenty of thrill rides – so visitors don’t want to miss it.
Mariner’s Amusement Pier features state-of-the-art rides, classic fairground activities and an expansive food court. Here thrill-seekers can ride vintage wooden roller coasters or get launched high into the air on one of many amusement rides at this lively pier.
At Wildwood’s Doo Wop Experience museum, artifacts, furniture pieces and neon signs from its 1950s Doo Wop heritage come to life! Artifacts showcase this time of vitality with space-age architecture and rock ‘n’ roll’s birth. George F. Boyer Museum features an extensive collection that traces Wildwood’s history back to its inception while spiritual visitors will find sanctuary at Boardwalk Chapel’s summer outreach church at the heart of Wildwood boardwalk entertainment district.
2. Cape May County Parks
Cape May County Parks system features both paved and natural surface trails for visitors to enjoy during their vacation, making Cape May Zoo one of the most visited destinations. Here you will find over 200 animals such as bison, giraffes, camels, and exotic birds!
Zoo Longwood has been operating since the late 19th century, witnessing the birth of Snow Leopard cubs within recent years and is considered an essential stop for animal enthusiasts visiting this part of New Jersey. It can be found off Garden State Parkway exit 11.
Cape May County Parks provides many forested areas which are kept in their natural state, complete with picnic areas, walking trails, fishing ponds, disc golf course and playgrounds – plus much more!
3. Manasquan River State Park
Manasquan River State Park in Howell Township provides home for a diverse array of wildlife species such as wood turtles, squirrels, chipmunks and deer. Furthermore, outdoor recreational opportunities abound such as hiking, mountain biking, running horseback riding and fishing – with well-maintained trails offering something suitable for hikers of all experience levels.
While visiting the park, keep your eye out for red-bellied woodpeckers, blue jays, Carolina chickadees and ruby-throated hummingbirds – plus, its pond is often stocked with trout!
Park features include a historic 19th-century village and steam train from Pine Creek Railroad that run in and around this unique park. You’ll discover the history of your surroundings while taking part in various fun activities here – just keep in mind that hunting may occur here during certain parts of the year, so remember to wear bright clothing when hiking or cycling during active hunting seasons to protect yourself.
4. Wildwood Beach
As one of the East Coast’s premier frum vacation spots, Lakewood provides a host of remarkable kosher restaurants such as Circa Restaurant Lakewood, Entree’ and Mentoast by Keepshuto for breakfast and The Upper Crust for lunch and dinner respectively. If you prefer smoked meat dishes instead, check out The Southside Smokehouse instead.
Wildwoods beaches and boardwalk are home to an exciting range of summer activities and events, such as beach soccer tournaments, ultimate frisbee competitions, hockey matches and monster truck races for sports enthusiasts; heritage festivals; sand sculpting contests; the International Kite Festival; heritage fairs; heritage festivals; as well as family-oriented attractions such as Gillian’s Wonderland Pier featuring its classic roller coaster ride.
According to Nextdoor, residents in this community share many interests: walking, reading, gardening & landscape design, pets, home improvement & diy and local/regional issues are the primary ones. If you want to explore more natural parks nearby Jenkinson’s Boardwalk and Belmar Beach and Boardwalk could provide family fun.
