Abbey Dufoe, Author at NJspots

Manasquan Reservoir: A Natural Gem in Monmouth County, NJ

Manasquan Reservoir is a freshwater reservoir in Monmouth County, NJ, popular for activities like walking, biking, fishing, and birdwatching. It’s also a vital source of drinking water for local communities and has a visitor center with educational programs.

Best Off-Season Beaches in New Jersey

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! Before summer beach season is upon us, there are several off-season beaches that our community really loves! Check out this list below to see where to explore before the crowds descend on South Jersey. Explore our sunrise map, too! There are plenty of spots for exploring before […]

Off-Shore Lighthouses in New Jersey

Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on reddit Share on pinterest If you live in New Jersey, you know lighthouses are an extremely important part of the culture â€” even Barnegat Light is featured on the shore license plates (and is one of the most photographed places in New Jersey). You […]

Quaint Towns to Visit in New Jersey

Take a local getaway to these North, Central and South Jersey spots to get your travel â€” and photography! â€” fix.

Improve Your Photography: Back Button Focusing

Once you get comfortable with this method, youâ€™ll be well on your way to achieving crisp, â€œtack sharpâ€ photos.

Visiting Bridgewater NJ’s Waterfall

Here’s how to get to Washington Valley Park’s waterfall in a few easy steps.

Through the Bogs of Burlington County: Black Run Preserve

Get out your hiking shoes (no really â€” your feet might get wet) and explore the bogs of South Jersey in this nature preserve.

Among the Pines: Poplar Road Wildlife Sanctuary

Explore this hidden forest in Bergen County â€” and make sure to take your hiking boots AND your camera!

Best Gifts for New Jersey Lovers

Need a last minute gift for the Jersey lover in your family? Look no further.

The Ultimate Guide to New Jersey National Wildlife Refuges

Get out into nature at these five spots from the very top to the very bottom of New Jersey.

Hiking Peanut Leap Cascade & Giant Stairs in Palisades Interstate Park

Hike two of the best spots in Palisades Park with this guide.

See It All from Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook

This spot sits on the highest natural elevation on the Atlantic Seaboard â€” 266 feet above sea level.

Hiking Hemlock Falls – Waterfall Hike in South Orange

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! We get a lot of questions about this spot in South Mountain Reservation. And getting to this NJspots-follower favorite waterfall is easy! There are also a few things you can do here: Play with your dog in the shallow falls Explore the top of the falls Continue […]

New Jersey Border Hikes: Pennsylvania Edition

Want a close-to-Pennsylvania adventure? Check out these hikes close to the Keystone State border.

New Jersey Border Hikes: New York Edition

Want a close-to-New-York adventure? Check out these hikes close to the Empire State border.

Ocean County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Ocean County.

Gloucester County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Gloucester County.

Bergen County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Bergen County.

Mercer County

Grab your camera and join us on this photographerâ€™s scavenger hunt of Mercer County.

Cape May County

Photography Scavenger Hunt: Cape May County Get Your Camera Ready for Our New Jersey Scavenger Hunt! Want a little adventure? We’ve created a scavenger hunt for every county in New Jersey.Â You can see them all here. So grab your camera, download the map below, and head our to get some new photos and explore some […]