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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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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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7 Small Towns in New Jersey So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

From Cape May to Clinton, these charming New Jersey towns feel straight out of a movie or TV show.

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Jan 18
Drone sunrise over Princeton, NJ
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The Small Town in New Jersey That Feels Like Stars Hollow 

Discover how Madison, New Jersey, captures the same storybook magic of Stars Hollow, the fictional town from Gilmore Girls.

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Apr 2
Historic downtown of Madison NJ with clock and brick building
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This Tiny Town in New Jersey Feels Like a Living Time Capsule

Mount Tabor, New Jersey, is a former Methodist camp turned residential village, where colorful Victorian homes, winding pedestrian paths, and century-old traditions keep the history alive.

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Aug 13
Historic Victorian houses in Mount Tabor, NJ
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The Closest Thing to Oxford and Cambridge in New Jersey

Here's how Princeton, New Jersey, evokes the elegance of an English university town with its stunning architecture, cultural landmarks, and historic charm.

by Nicole Bocianski Harris
on Jul 3
Aerial of Sunset in Princeton New Jersey