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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

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.

Casino Pier

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

Seaside Heights Boardwalk

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

Ocean Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ocean Beach during your travels in Lavallette? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

5th Avenue Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 5th Avenue Park during your trip to Seaside Park? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Seaside Park Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seaside Park Beach during your travels in Seaside Park? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Best Lodging Options Near Island Beach State Park Entrance

Private cottage at the entrance of Island Beach State Park

Seaside Park

Aztec Ocean Resort

901 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ

Aire Hotel North Beach

133 Carteret Ave, 133, Seaside Heights, NJ

Windjammer Motor Inn

1st & Central Ave., Seaside Park, NJ

Cloud 9 Inn

124 Hamilton Avenue, Seaside Heights, NJ

Charlroy Motel

1601 North Ocean Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ

Hammock Inn & Suites - Jersey Shore

1402 Boulevard, Seaside Heights, NJ

Skyview Manor Motel

45 Dupont Avenue, Seaside Heights, NJ

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