A Stunning 5-Minute Sunset Captured at Fort Hancock

If you’ve ever been to Sandy Hook or Fort Hancock around sunset, you know it’s a great place to be to watch the colors dance across the sky – but if you don’t catch it at the right time, you may miss it! Lucky for New Jersey Photographer Brian Cunningham, he timed it perfectly and […]

Winter Visitors: Seals Captured At Sandy Hook

A lucky local photographer, Nick Marraro, recently snapped pictures of the seals visiting the waters of Sandy Hook Beach in New Jersey. These lovable animals are often seen in these waters during the winter months. But they don’t hang around all the time! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nicholas Marraro (@nickmarraro) […]

2019 Summer Fairs and Festivals, NJspots Style

What’s more a celebration of summer than a night out under the lights, sounds, and smells of a good old fashioned carnival, complete with popcorn, cotton candy, and rides that make you dizzy?

The Ultimate Guide to Island Beach State Park

island beach state park at sunrise

Jump To Entrance Jump the the beaches And more… Island Beach State Park is one of New Jersey’s greatest treasures. The pristine barrier island is located on the Jersey Shore in Ocean County, with over 10 miles of white-sand beaches where visitors have plenty of space to enjoy outdoor activities. The park also has tons […]

Day Adventures Around Cape May & Exit Zero

As soon as September rolls in and school start again, the crowds vacate the Southern New Jersey shore points, but don’t let the masses fool you! During what the locals call the “off-season” or local summer – from Sept. through April – there are many fun activities to enjoy at the Jersey Shore for everyone. […]

4 Best South Jersey Spots To Watch The Sunrise & Sunset

Purples and pinks streak across the backdrop of Philadelphia. Deep swirls of magenta and bright orange paint the atmosphere over the Sea Isle and Avalon bay. These beautiful moments are brought to you by none other than mother nature.  And New Jersey has some amazing areas where you can watch (and photograph) her show at […]

NJspots Guide: 14 Spots We Love in New Jersey

These places are some of our favorites that we love in New Jersey. These must-visit spots in New Jersey can be found all over the state and have something to offer for everyone. Bring your kids, friends, dogs, and certainly your camera to capture these amazing places to visit throughout New Jersey. These places we love […]

Visiting The Bermuda Triangle of NJ

Don’t let that name intimidate you, its true name is Round Valley Reservoir, located in Lebanon, NJ. It’s one of the largest and most deep lakes in NJ, with that being said there have been quite a few people that have gone missing in this body of water, still have yet to be found to […]

Top Swimming Holes & Spots To Cool Off in New Jersey

It’s almost sweet summertime, and you know what that means — swimming! Here are some places you can go swimming this summer in the Garden State. Get out your sunscreen and get outside! View this post on Instagram A post shared by NJspots | Exploring New Jersey (@njspots) The Beach (and Beachfront Lakes) No, we’re […]

5 Fun Things to Do at the Jersey Shore This Summer

There is so much more to do at the shore than fun in the sun; There are fantastic restaurants, vineyards, and weekly fireworks! In addition to playing on the beach or the bay for the day, these are a few places and ideas that are worth checking out “down the shore” this summer! Down The […]

Visiting Long Beach Island: Your Starter Guide

Share It! Tweet It! LinkedIn Reddit Pin It! Long Beach Island (LBI) has long been a beloved summer colony on the Jersey Shore. There are several family-friendly activities to keep kids entertained all day long, including mini golf, go-kart racing, and arcades. With miles of pristine white sand beaches, quaint towns that offer their unique […]