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The 6 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in New Jersey

Check out the most outdoorsy towns in New Jersey, from hiking and paddling destinations to charming communities surrounded by natural beauty.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Jul 10
Kayaker paddling a misty, sunlit creek in New Jersey, surrounded by dense green trees and calm water.
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One of New Jersey’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 9
A close-up shot of Lucy the Elephant, the massive elephant sculpture in Margate City, New Jersey
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You Can Explore This Coastal New Jersey City Entirely on Foot—and It’s Stunning

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 6
A nighttime view of the Ocean Grove pier in New Jersey, illuminated. by a lamppost.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in New Jersey

by Raymond Goldfield
on Apr 3
A small boat with "Avalon" painted on it, set against the backdrop of a New Jersey shorefront.
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Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Village in New Jersey

by Kim Falchek
on Apr 2
A tram runs along the tracks at the Histroric Smithville village in Galloway Township, New Jersey.

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Camden Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Walt Whitman

Visiting this New Jersey literary gem makes for a nearly Shakespearean adventure.

by Stephanie Frias
on Mar 26
a man wearing a leather coat sitting on a urban bridge reading a book with traffic blurred in the background, the literary destination in Camden, New Jersey
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The New Jersey Beach Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

This hidden beach town in New Jersey is a true treat. Here's why Sea Girt, located in the heart of the shore, should be on your travel radar.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Mar 6
A panoramic shot of a New Jersey beach, with two people in the background walking on the sand.
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The 4 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in New Jersey

Feast your eyes on the brightest and most colorful places in the Garden State.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Feb 21
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I’ve Been Gatekeeping 3 Little-Known State Parks in New Jersey

These local gems in New Jersey offer equally beautiful natural landscapes and fewer crowds, a win-win in my book. 

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jan 31
A viewpoint of a forest with lakes in the fall from a state park in New Jersey.
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I Don’t Kayak, But This Scenic Water Trail in New Jersey Is Incredible

Grab your kayak (or canoe) and plan a trip to Wharton State Forest to paddle the best water trail in New Jersey. It's a fun outdoor activity for everyone!

by Melanie Johnson
on Jan 29
Several kayaks sitting on the banks of a sandy "beach" area inside the woodlands of Wharton State Forest in New Jersey.