New Jersey Camping 's Shore Region

Mention the Shore Region, and certain images immediately pop into your head: over 60 miles of pristine beaches from Sandy Hook to Holgate; surf fishing off Seaside Park; perhaps some bodysurfing off Bay Head; or maybe a moonlit walk in Surf City. 

But while there's so much for beachgoers and water-sports lovers to do in the Shore Region, history, culture and entertainment also abound here. Diversity is the hallmark of this part of the Garden State. So bring along more than just a bathing suit or fishing rod if you want to enjoy everything this region has to offer.

For example, the land-based sports enthusiast will find horse-racing at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, or Freehold Raceway in Freehold. If you prefer under-the-hood horsepower, check our Raceway Park in Englishtown, or Wall Stadium in Wall Township. 

The Shore Region is filled with activities and experiences that will literally take you to new heights. From the roller coasters and sky-high rides of Seaside Heights to the latest wonders of Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, you'll be able to take in the region from a different perspective, a hundred feet or so off the ground, on one of the park's many roller coasters or get your feet wet at the new Hurricane Harbor Water Park.

For a more tranquil high-rise look, tour all four of the four historic lighthouses that tower over the region, each in a style all its own. 

On the northern fringe of the Gateway National Recreation Area at Sandy Hook stands the nation's oldest operating beacon, the Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Several miles to the south are the Twin Lights of Navesink, the site of Marconi's first ship-to-shore broadcast. Further south is Barnegat Light, affectionately know locally as "Old Barney," built by Civil War hero George Gordon Meade in 1857. And now the newly reconstructed Tuckers Island Lighthouse in the Tuckerton Seaport. 

These lighthouses call you to revel in the beautiful beach towns where you'll find fishing, boating and all watersports as well as summer concerts by the sea, your favorite musicals and the annual New Jersey Seafood Festival each June in Belmar.

Some of today's top performers entertain at the PNC Garden State Arts Center in Holmdel, where a variety of ballets, concerts, musicals and a series of ethnic festivals are held all summer. 

From rollicking Asbury Park to the genteel towns of Ocean Grove and Spring Lake to the horse farms that dot the inland countryside, to Long Beach Island and Island Beach State Park you won't have to look far to determine that the Shore Region is an inviting area of seashells and sand as well as a whole lot more.

Check out the cool campgrounds in this region:

Albocondo Campground Camp and play in New Jersey Camping ’s finest natural elements. The Albocondo Campground is privately nestled away in a scenic setting on the north branch of the Toms River. Allaire State Park Allaire State Park is probably the most well known of the New Jersey State Parks because of the historic 19th-century ironmaking town, Allaire Village, and its antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. Arrowhead Campground The natural beauty of New Jersey is what attracts campers to Arrowhead Campground, this campground exemplifies all the great aspects of New Jersey Camping. Atlantic City North Family Campground Nestled in the Pinebarrens of New Jersey Camping fame, the Atlantic City North Family Campground is only 15 minutes drive from the beautiful beaches of Long Beach Island, and 30 minutes from the excitement of the casinos and boardwalk of Atlantic City. We offer free Long Beach Island passes in season. We also offer a free van service to Atlantic City with a two night minimum stay. Bakers Acres Campground Relax and enjoy camping at Bakers Acres Campground, for the time of your life in Spring, Summer and Fall. We offer over 300 large and shaded campsites set amidst 60 acres of mountain laurel and natural splendor at the edge of the beautiful New Jersey Pinelands. New Jersey Camping at it's best! Belhaven Lake RV Resort Belhaven Lake RV Resort is one of the best of the seasonal New Jersey campgrounds, offering some of the most spacious wooded campsites in southern New Jersey Camping. Brendan T. Byrne State Forest At the Brendan T. Byrne State Forest , formerly known as Lebanon State Forest, visitors are greeted by the fresh scent of pines. Today, in this beautiful example of the New Jersey State Parks, hikers can follow the sandy trails and roads that crisscross the forest, sometimes passing near the remains of stone or brick structures or where large depressions indicate the location of what was once a bustling town. Brookville Campgrounds Brookville Campgrounds is a great escape from the city. The natural beauty of New Jersey is what attracts campers to Brookville Campgrounds, if you love New Jersey Camping then you will like Brookville Campgrounds Butterfly Camping Resort Butterfly Camping Resort is located adjacent to the Butterfly Bogs State Wildlife Refuge where you can fish, canoe or use non-powered boats to idle your time away. If you like New Jersey Camping then you will love the Butterfly Camping Resort. Cedar Creek Campground Welcome to Cedar Creek Campground, New Jersey Camping 's premier location for outdoor recreation! Cedar Creek Campground features camping, kayaking and much, much more! If you enjoy the great outdoors, you've come to the right place!! Chips Folly Campground Great Recreation - Boat dock, Lake & River,Canoe rentals, Boat launching ramp, Fresh water fishing and more are available at Chips Folly Campground. Chips Folly is what New Jersey Camping is all about. Indian Rock Resort Indian Rock Resort offers spacious, wooded campsites, all with water and electric hook ups. This family owned New Jersey Camping resort appeals to everyone who appreciates first class recreation at family affordable rates Long Beach Island Trailer Park The Long Beach Island Trailer Park is a very unique part of the whole New Jersey Camping experience. The trailer park is part of a mobile home park that is on one of the most beautiful islands off the coast of New Jersey. Maple Lake Campground Camp and play in New Jersey Camping ’s finest natural elements. The Maple Lake Campground is privately nestled away in a scenic setting on Maple Lake.. Pilgrim Lake Campground Pilgrim Lake Campground offers large wooded sites for tents-RV's. Full hookups & seasonal sites avail. This New Jersey Camping facility is surrounded by Bass River State Forest. Midway between Atlantic City and Long Beach Island. Pine Cone Campground Pine Cone Campground is a quiet family campground in a tranquil setting. This New Jersey Camping favorite offers wooded sites to open areas for large rigs. Scrubbie Pines Campground Experience the Jersey Shore's Best kept secret: Scrubbie Pines Campground. New Jersey Camping at it's best. Quality camping at affordable rates. Sea Pirate Campground The Sea Pirate Campground is a family friendly campground that spends a great deal of time entertaining your children. This New Jersey Camping facility is chock full of activities, resources and beautiful sites. Surf And Stream Campground Surf and Stream Campground is located in the Garden State's beautiful central seashore resort area near Seaside Heights, Great Adventure and the Atlantic City Casinos. Because of our unique location, we are able to offer you the greatest variety of activities available in New Jersey Camping. Timberland Lake Campground Timberland Lake Campground is the closest campground to Six Flags Great Adventure and the Jackson factory outlet mall. This New Jersey Camping facility offers family camping in a natural environment. Timberline Lake Camping Resort Timberline Lake Camping Resort offers peaceful, quiet, and relaxing camping right in the heart of the New Jersey Pinelands and Shore Region. This is truly New Jersey Camping at it's best. Tip Tam Camping Resort Located in beautiful Jackson, New Jersey Tip Tam Camping Resort is just minutes from Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park. This New Jersey Camping premiere member has been voted the Readers Choice "Best of Ocean County" 3 years in a row! Toby's Hide-Away Campground Toby's Hide-Away Campground provides it's campers with 6 acres of Private, Comfortable, Wooded Campsites. This site is one of the gems of New Jersey Camping. Turkey Swamp Park Campgrounds Turkey Swamp park Campgrounds offers cozy wooded, pull-through sites in a 1,000 acre county park.The campground provides facilities for tent camping and travel trailers. New Jersey Camping at it's finest! Turtle Run Campground Turtle Run Campground is your family's fun camping destination in the New Jersey Camping area. From our large playground to our spacious campsites to what is probably the only turtle-shaped swimming pool, every member of your family is sure to enjoy camping at Turtle Run! Wading Pines Camping Resort At the Wading Pines Camping Resort, your family will be treated to choices in both first-class recreation and quality accommodations. A definite "Must Visit" in your New Jersey Camping Adventures.