Berkeley Island County Park

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The Judge's Shack is located in Island Beach State Park

Island Beach State Park

You can take time to visit Island Beach State Park during your travels to Seaside Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Island Beach State Park
Hurricane sandy slammed into the east coast with fury seldom seen in these parts. I live an hour inland, and I lost power for the better part of a week. When I finally got it back, I learned of the tragedy that had befallen areas to my east. Seaside seemed to get whacked the hardest and the star jet roller coaster was the most palatable image of the destruction, as the hurricane had pulled the pier out from underneath the behemoth. The houses and communities that had been leveled didn't resonate with as many people as the star jet, though they were much more tragic. Soon after seeing it in the ocean like a steel kraken, seaside heights mayor Bill Akers remarked that he'd like to see if it could be left there as a tourist attraction. He was roundly criticized for the comment, as the owners of the coaster would like to get it back into action and are trying to figure how to return it to its grounded location. In January 2013, a local man boated out to the structure, climbed up it, and mounted a flag. For some reason, they arrested him. The flag is still up there, and it seems like a good addition to me. It may be months before it's pulled out of the brine, but until then, as the mayor wanted, it made me drive into town. I surely won't be the last.

Seaside Heights Beach

4.5/5(238 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Seaside Heights Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Seaside Heights Beach
Casino Pier showing rides

Casino Pier

4.5/5(202 reviews)

Enjoy classic boardwalk fun at Seaside Heights’ perennially popular amusement park and oceanfront pier.

Casino Pier

Island Beach State Park Entrance

4.5/5(79 reviews)

After visiting Island Beach State Park Entrance, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside Park. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Island Beach State Park Entrance

Southern Ocean Center For Health

Though Southern Ocean Center For Health might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Forked River while you are here.

Southern Ocean Center For Health

Ocean Gate Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ocean Gate Beach during your trip to Ocean Gate?

Ocean Gate Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Berkeley Island County Park

Waterfront with HUGE bulkhead, Minutes to Bay and Beach, Kayaker's Paradise
Waterfront with HUGE bulkhead, Minutes to Bay and Beach, Kayaker's Paradise
Bayville
Waterfront with HUGE bulkhead, Minutes to Bay and Beach, Kayaker's Paradise
Private cottage at the entrance of Island Beach State Park
Private cottage at the entrance of Island Beach State Park
Seaside Park
Private cottage at the entrance of Island Beach State Park
Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore
Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore
3 out of 5
290 Route 37 East, Toms River, NJ
Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore
Charming 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Ground floor, 2 blocks from Ocean Gate Beach
Charming 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Ground floor, 2 blocks from Ocean Gate Beach
2 out of 5
Ocean Gate
Charming 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Ground floor, 2 blocks from Ocean Gate Beach
Captain's Cottage
Captain's Cottage
3 out of 5
223 E. Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ
Captain's Cottage
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