Point Pleasant Beach

Point Pleasant Beach combines the history of its boardwalk with recreational activities and insights into marine life. Options range from the aquarium, rides, and miniature golf to climbing and zip lines. For families who want to include different interests in their vacation plans, the town offers several specific points to consider when choosing a destination.

The boardwalk: from a place to stroll to an entertainment district

Point Pleasant Beach’s first permanent boardwalk was built in 1915. A place for strolling developed into a lively entertainment district. This evolution continues to shape visits today: Jenkinson’s Aquarium, rides, arcades, and dining options are all located along the boardwalk. This brings together different ways to spend a vacation, without limiting a visit to a single activity.

There is also plenty of variety when it comes to food, from traditional sausage sandwiches to sushi. Families can therefore take different tastes into account alongside recreational activities. The range of dining options is as much a part of the boardwalk’s character as its arcades and rides.

Marine life and its habitats

Jenkinson’s Aquarium is located on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. Since June 1991, it has been dedicated to educating the public about marine life and its conservation. Its exhibits are intended to promote awareness of animals, their habitats, and their protection. If you would like to explore the marine world during your trip, the aquarium offers a distinct educational and discovery-focused option alongside the entertainment.

Rides, miniature golf, and climbing

Jenkinson’s Amusement Park offers more than 28 rides right on the beach, for all age groups. The large number of rides and their explicitly broad age appeal make the park a distinct option for visitors who want to include rides in their stay.

Lighthouse Point Miniature Golf Course has two 18-hole courses with obstacles and a replica lighthouse. If you plan to play miniature golf, you’ll find two full courses here, each with 18 holes. The lighthouse replica and obstacles are among the course’s specific features.

Adventure Lookout Ropes Course offers climbing and zip lines. The larger, two-story course features 25 elements, including a zip line, and reaches a height of 36 feet. It offers views of the beach and ocean. The recreational options are therefore quite distinct: rides, miniature golf, and activities at height offer different ways to have fun.

Festival and getting there

Point Pleasant Beach hosts the Seafood Festival every year in September. If you’re interested in this event, September is the time to consider when planning your trip.

For train travel, Point Pleasant Beach station is a useful landmark: it is served by the North Jersey Coast commuter rail line. When planning your trip, you can check whether this rail service suits your travel needs.

You can also explore these destinations: Lakehurst, Lavallette, Long Beach, Beach Haven, Point Pleasant, Berkeley Township, Seaside Heights and Brick.

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