Monday February 13, 2012SUBSCRIBE
New Jersey Monthly Magazine
Beach

Watching the Detectors

Searching for coins in the sand may not sound chic, but skill and patience make this hobby golden. more

Before You Go

Things you should know before hitting the sand on Long Beach Island. more

Pirates Anyone?

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center offers summer educational programs for children. more

Safe and Sound

At the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, seals, turtles and other sea creatures get a second chance. more

All The Shore's A Stage

The Jersey coast offers more than just sun and sand. Use our guide and you’ll be ready to take in top-notch theater— from Broadway productions to children’s shows and outdoor classics. more

Just Wild About Wildwood

We've got the scoop on some new attractions set to appear on Wildwood's boardwalk this summer—be sure to check them out. more

He Sells (and Displays) Seashells

The Discovery Seashell Museum in Ocean City brings the bottom of the ocean to you. more

Swan Boats Are Back (With Pelicans and Dragons!)

Swan boats—once a fixture of summer life in Asbury Park—will return after a prolonged absence. more

Belmar Kicks Sand on Castle Ban

Belmar finally repeals an anti-sandcastle building law that had been on the books for 20 years. more

What's Happening

Your calendar for a summer of fun. more

Shifting Sands

Beach damage on Long Beach Island is more than a tale of man against sea. more

Island Attractions

Things to do and see in Long Beach Island. more

LBI: A World Apart

Summer crowds and chic amenities have encroached on Long Beach Island, but for most, it’s still a magic place. more

A Different Kind of Beach

Higbee Beach, on the Delaware Bay, welcomes a different type of crowd in West Cape May. more

Best Beaches

Where's the best place on our fabulous Jersey Shore to plant your umbrella this summer? Depends what you're looking for. Our intrepid beachcombers weigh in with their favorites. more

2010 Summer Beach Guide

When you do decide to head to the beach, consult our 2010 Summer Beach Guide for beach badge prices, parking information and exit numbers (if you don't know them by heart). more

Home On "The Res"

"The Reservation," a beachfront development in Long Branch, was built by the principal owner of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. more

A Seaside Gem Sparkles Again

After years of decline, Long Branch has reclaimed its place as a top Jersey Shore destination—but not without controversy. more

A Place in the Sunset

It's not just the sunset that makes Sunset Beach a must for all New Jerseyans. It's the tradition surrounding it. more

Ocean City Champs

Michele Gillian was so amped up that she could barely catch her breath – Ocean City has been named top beach in the state.

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Ultimate Beach Chart 08

No matter your age, your shape, your interests, or your hometown (out-of-staters welcome), the Shore makes summer super—and our Ultimate Beach Chart makes the best of everything easy to find. more

Shore Points

No matter your age, your shape, your interests or your hometown (out-of-staters also welcome), the Shore makes summer super. more