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Beyond beach season

A reason to go. A plan that works.

Pick the indoor stop or scheduled visit first. Leave the beach walk flexible, and check the operator before you set out.

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01 / Asbury Park

Pinball first, ocean air later

An indoor afternoon with friends or older children

Silverball Retro Arcade

Start at Silverball on Ocean Avenue. Its admission pass covers game play; choose a pass length that leaves time for a meal. Add a short boardwalk walk if the weather suits your group.

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Check today’s hours, pass options and parking. The operator lists paid street and lot parking; a winter visit does not make parking free.

Silverball admission and visitor information ↗

02 / Point Pleasant Beach

An aquarium day without the ride schedule

A family outing with an indoor anchor

Jenkinson’s Aquarium

Make the aquarium the reason for the drive. Jenkinson’s identifies its aquarium and South and Pavilion arcades as daily, year-round operations. Treat the amusement rides as a separate seasonal plan.

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Check before you go

Use the aquarium’s current admission calendar for your date. Confirm holiday hours, accessibility needs and any extras separately.

Jenkinson’s year-round operations FAQ ↗

Operator information reviewed . These are planning suggestions; opening days and admission can change. How we check our guides.

The Shore, all year

What kind of trip comes next?

01 · Pick your plan

Make a fall weekend of it

Start with a festival, a coastal walk, or the fall fishing run. Check opening hours before you set off.

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02 · Make it a stay

A base for your weekend

Compare rooms in Cape May for your dates. Check the full price and cancellation terms before booking.

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03 · Look ahead

Start next summer now

Shortlist towns, compare hotels and rentals, and save a checklist you can return to as new-season details arrive.

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Your Seasonal Guide

October at the Shore

Full October Guide

Fall Foliage

Beautiful autumn colors along the coast

Shoulder-Season Rates

Lodging costs less than peak summer — check your dates, the gap varies by town

No Badge Fees

Free beach access all month

Striper Run

Best surf fishing of the year

60-70°FAvg Temperature
Oct 3–4LBI Chowderfest
PeakStriper Run
Fishing
What's Biting

Fall Fishing at the Shore

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Quick Reg Reminder
Striped Bass: 1 fishBluefish: 5 fish (7 on for-hire vessels)Sea Bass (Black Sea Bass): 10 fish May 15 - Jun 21; 1 fish Jun 22 - Sep 22; 10 fish Sep 23 - Oct 31; 15 fish Nov 1 - Dec 31

Choose Your Shore Base

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The Asbury Hotel

Asbury Park

Boutique Hotel$$$

Hip, retro-chic hotel in the heart of Asbury's music and arts scene.

  • ✓Rooftop Bar
  • ✓Live Music
  • ✓Pet Friendly
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Ocean Place Resort

Long Branch

Beach Resort$$$

Full-service oceanfront resort with private beach and spa.

  • ✓Private Beach
  • ✓Spa
  • ✓Indoor Pool
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The Breakers on the Ocean

Spring Lake

Historic Hotel$$$$

Spring Lake's premier oceanfront hotel with Victorian elegance.

  • ✓Oceanfront
  • ✓Fine Dining
  • ✓Historic Architecture
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Plan Beach Access Before You Go

9 beach destinations have no badge charge on record. Check current access rules, parking and lifeguard coverage for your visit.

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