There are hundreds of beaches in New Jersey, but not all of them are public. Public beaches are perfect settings for outdoor activities like swimming, surfing, parasailing or simply playing in the sand. If you've never been to a New Jersey beach, or you want to expand your horizons, check out a few public beaches that are sure to give you a wonderful outdoo… read more
Located in eastern Kentucky, Sandy Hook is home of country music star Keith Whitley and contains a large Cultural Heritage Center where visitors can canoe, kayak, hike, hunt, fish, ride bikes, visit an old-fashioned one-room school house and hunt. Since Sandy Hook, Kentucky, is a very small town (a little less than 700 residents), there are no hotels within… read more
Sandy Hook is regarded as a hidden treasure in New Jersey. Accessible by ferry, the island is a great escape for tired locals from neighboring New York City and New Jersey. The charm of the landscape and rugged beaches provide a comforting solace to its visitors that is echoed in the casual and festive dining on the island's many restaurants. Seafood is par… read more
Sandy Hook, New Jersey is a 7-mile long stretch of beaches that offer a great view of Manhattan, wonderful restaurants, and recreational activities. For the outdoor enthusiast, there is surfing, swimming, lighthouses to explore, beach volleyball, a maritime museum and more. For those looking to relax after working up an appetite, there are plenty of local re… read more
Sea Bright is a small beach town on the far-northern New Jersey shore. The town is just minutes south of Hartshorne Woods Park and Gateway National Recreation Area's Sandy Hook Unit. Nature enthusiasts will find a diverse array of wildlife and scenery in Sandy Hook, as well as the oldest operating lighthouse in the United States, according to the National Pa… read more
The New Jersey shore features clean and sandy beaches, as well as a host our outdoor recreational opportunities. Bird watching, surfing and whale-watching tours are among the many offerings for visitors. The boardwalk area provides ren… read more
While New Jersey's 83 miles of shoreline are an attraction on their own, the coast is littered with other amusements. Seaside towns tell the history of ocean-seekers while boardwalks mix classic games of skee-ball with the latest arcad… read more
Fishing is a great activity to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. While it is one of the most densely populated states in the nation, New Jersey offers a variety of opportunities for fishermen at any level. Those choosing to saltwater… read more
Middletown, NJ has a population of approximately 67,000 people as of 2009. Located in Monmouth County, this area offers more than 48 public parks to both residents and visitors and is only about 8 miles from the popular Sandy Hook Beac… read more
Atlantic City is set among the southern portion of the 127 miles of the New Jersey shore, which extends from the Sandy Hook Peninsula to Cape May. More than just world renowned casinos, the city by the sea features an extended boardwal… read more
After spending a day exploring the forests and marshes of Cheesequake State Park (which is right in the middle of Middlesex County) or enjoying the beaches and water sports in Sandy Hook Bay, head to the bars and pubs of the county for… read more
North Brunswick is located in Somerset County in New Jersey. When you are traveling through New Jersey, schedule time to surf at Sandy Hook, raft in Brick Township or scuba dive at Bradley Beach. After your day of outdoor activities, i… read more
Whether you're enjoying the outdoors at Edgewood Campground and hiking the Highlands Trail, having fun in the sun at Sandy Hook Beach, or enjoying the view of Sandy Hook, Sea Bright and the Shrewsberry River from the towers of the Twin… read more
Brooklyn, New York, is not only one of the most heavily populated areas in New York, but in the United States as well. However, because it is located on East River and the Narrows, Brooklyn is within close proximity of some of the fine… read more
New Jersey may not be the first state you'd think of to mountain bike in, but it shouldn't be the last either. Despite a reputation for pollution and overcongestion, the state offers a variety of parks up and down its borders. Some of… read more
Striped bass or stripers are popular game fish known for their striking appearance and fierce fight. Because stripers spend part of their lifecycle in the ocean and part in rivers, they eat a variety of fish and seafood. Whatever you a… read more
Striped bass, also called stripers, are an ocean-dwelling fish and a a popular choice for sport anglers. Morone saxatilis is the largest member of the sea bass family and is referred to as a "temperate" bass, distinguishing it from its… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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