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Summer Fun Guide for New Jersey Kids

Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best.
Get ready for beach treasure hunts this summer in Lavallette. Photo courtesy of Enjoy Lavallette
100+ Free Things To Do in New Jersey This Summer With Kids
Summer is the season of free in the Garden State.
Crystal Springs Family Water Resort is a perfect summer day trip. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids
There's no membership required to cool off at these NJ swimming pools!
Cool down at the free Watsessing Park Spray Park in East Orange. Photo by Margaret Hargrove
35+ Splash Pads and Spraygrounds in New Jersey
On a hot day, cool off at one of these sweet splash playgrounds.
Hop on a ride at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
These 13 theme parks offer plenty of kiddie rides for summer fun.
Summer Camps Guide for New Jersey Kids
Find a great summer camp in New Jersey for your child , including nature camps, STEM camps, dance...
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State Fair Meadowlands, the biggest fair in the NY Metro area, runs from Friday, June 18-Sunday, July 11. Photo courtesy of the fair
16 Family-Friendly Fairs and Festivals in New Jersey This June
Festival season is kicking into high gear, and these are our top picks for June.
Guests experience the safari at Six Flags Great Adventure from the privacy and safety of their own vehicles. Photo courtesy of Six Flags
The Best NJ Zoos and Aquariums for Animal Encounters with Kids
Treat the kids to an animal adventure at NJ's amazing zoos, aquariums, and preserves.
Enjoy Movies Under the Stars in Sea Isle City. Photo courtesy of Sea Isle City
Drive-In Movie Theaters and Outdoor Movies in New Jersey For Summer 2021
Enjoy a movie under the stars with one of these alfresco flicks.
Lake Hopatcong State Park offers a refreshing lake for swimming, grills, a concession stand, and playgrounds. Photo courtesy of Morris County, N.J.
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey for Families in 2021
Skip the waves and go for a dip in one of these calm, family-friendly lakes.
The Wildwoods boasts 5 miles of beautiful, free beaches. Photo courtesy of Wildwoods
Free Beaches in New Jersey: No-Cost Fun in the Sun
Soak up the sun at NJ's beautiful, budget-friendly beaches by the ocean, lakes, and bays.
Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in New Jersey
Find great playgrounds for your New Jersey kids, nature trails, hiking in our many state parks and...
GUIDE
The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum is home to hundreds of plant species and almost as many migrating birds.
Botanical Gardens and Arboretums With Kid-Friendly Programming in New Jersey
We're not known as the Garden State for nothing!
New Jersey Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide
New Jersey is loaded with fun amusement parks all up and down the shore, but inland, too. We've got...
GUIDE
Tony's Place Playground, at Seven Presidents Park in Long Branch, offers inclusive fun for all kids. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey
Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.
Asbury Park blends old-school beachy charm with hipster cool. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Cute New Jersey Beach Towns To Explore with Kids
These quaint, kid-friendly Jersey Shore towns have oodles of beachy charm.
This gorgeous, quiet beach will be your family's new favorite spot. Photo courtesy of NJ Dept. of Parks and Forests
Island Beach State Park: A Haven for Nature-Loving Beachgoers
This gorgeous, quiet beach offers Jersey Shore fun minus the crowds.
Cruise the boardwalk to enjoy all the Jersey Shore has to offer. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
30 Summer Day Trips for New Jersey Families
Beaches, boardwalks, parks, and more—here are our summer day trip picks.
The beautiful water and white sand beaches of Long Beach Island keep visitors coming back year after year. Photo courtesy of LBI
Long Beach Island with Kids: Best Things to Eat, See, and Do
Clean, calm beaches plus plenty of family fun make NJ's Long Beach Island a must-visit.
Ocean City is the perfect beach destination for families. Photo by Matt Sackett via Flickr
Ocean City: Family-Friendly Summer Fun on the Jersey Shore
Head down to the "happiest seaside town in America" for a fun family getaway this summer.
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Beaches, Parks, and Pools

Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best. READ MORE 
Sunset Beach offers beautiful views, a chance to hunt Cape May diamonds, and a slice of history. Photo courtesy of Cape May Beaches
12 Hidden Beach Gems Along the Jersey Shore
These sandy shores offer less hustle and bustle, but plenty of seaside fun. READ MORE 
The Wildwoods boasts 5 miles of beautiful, free beaches. Photo courtesy of Wildwoods
Free Beaches in New Jersey: No-Cost Fun in the Sun
Soak up the sun at NJ's beautiful, budget-friendly beaches by the ocean, lakes, and bays. READ MORE 
Crystal Springs Family Water Resort is a perfect summer day trip. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids
There's no membership required to cool off at these NJ swimming pools! READ MORE 
Tony's Place Playground, at Seven Presidents Park in Long Branch, offers inclusive fun for all kids. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey
Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.READ MORE 
Jersey Shore Family Guide
Find your favorite beach, boardwalk, and kid-friendly fun down the Shore.READ MORE 

Water & Amusement Park Fun

Hop on a ride at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
These 13 theme parks offer plenty of kiddie rides for summer fun. READ MORE 
Hershey Park lets you preview its rides for 2-3 hours of bonus park time the night before you visit.
Amusement Park and Water Park Discounts: How to Score Ticket Deals at Theme Parks Near NYC
Hit the rides and slides without breaking the bank this summer. READ MORE 
Ocean Oasis water park debuts a slew of new attractions for the 2021 season. Photo by Kip Dawkins
Top Water Parks for New Jersey Kids and Families
Book it to one of these water parks for an action-packed day of summer fun. READ MORE 
Towering 13 stories tall, Jersey Devil Coaster riders soar single file at speeds of up to 58 mph.
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Record-Breaking Roller Coaster Coming to Six Flags New Jersey
The summer season brings a thrilling new ride to Six Flags. READ MORE 

Day Trip and Travel Ideas

Lake Hopatcong State Park offers a refreshing lake for swimming, grills, a concession stand, and playgrounds. Photo courtesy of Morris County, N.J.
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey for Families in 2021
Skip the waves and go for a dip in one of these calm, family-friendly lakes. READ MORE 
Cruise the boardwalk to enjoy all the Jersey Shore has to offer. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
30 Summer Day Trips for New Jersey Families
Beaches, boardwalks, parks, and more—here are our summer day trip picks. READ MORE 
Johnson's Corner Farm
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Pick Your Own Guide to Farms in New Jersey
Apple picking spots, hayrides, baby animals, pumpkin patches, and more fun at NJ farms.READ MORE 
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Guide to Family Day Trips in New Jersey
New Jersey has tons to offer, from museums to beaches, state parks to cute main streets. We help...READ MORE 

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20 Spots for Cool Treats and Quick Eats in South Jersey and at the Jersey Shore
From spectacular soft-serve to boardwalk eats, here's where to go. READ MORE 
100 Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids Before They Grow Up
From awesome parks and beaches, there's tons of incredible stuff to do in NJ.READ MORE 
Delaware Beaches with Kids: 21 Things To Do at the Delaware Shore
Family-friendly amenities abound in this seaside region. READ MORE 
Hit the Water with Paddleboat, Canoe, and Kayak Rentals in New Jersey
Enjoy swan boats, canoe rides, and kayak fun at these NJ spots.READ MORE 
End-of-Summer Bucket List: 35 Things To Do With NJ Kids Before School Starts
Check a few more items off your summer fun list before September! READ MORE 
25 Fun Ways To Beat the Heat in NJ With Kids in August
Got a case of hot-weather burnout? Check out these 25 ways to keep cool in NJ! READ MORE 
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