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No boat needed — hop a party boat from $50/person
October at the Shore
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
Coming Up at the Shore
Major events worth planning around
Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off (LBI Chowderfest)
October 3-4
Beach Haven
LBI's premier fall food festival — free Saturday Merchant Mart, ticketed Sunday chowder cook-off.Jersey Shore Half Marathon
October 4
Sandy Hook
Flat, scenic half marathon through Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area.Victorian Weekend
October 9-12
Cape May
Cape May's signature Victorian celebration with house tours, dinners, and themed events.LBI Surf Fishing Classic
August 29 - November 29
Long Beach Island
One of America's oldest surf fishing tournaments with $25,000+ in prizes.The Race of Gentlemen
October 1-4
Wildwood
Vintage cars and motorcycles drag race on Wildwood Beach—strictly pre-1953 machines.Highlands Oktoberfest
October 3
Highlands
Bayfront Oktoberfest at Veterans Park with German food, oompah bands and free admission.Fall Fishing at the Shore
Striped Bass
surf, charter, jetty
Min: 28-31 inch slot
Bluefish
surf, charter, party-boat
Tuna (Bluefin, Yellowfin)
charter, canyon
Sea Bass (Black Sea Bass)
charter, party-boat, pier
Min: 12.5 inches
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Six local favorites, from quiet family beaches to lively boardwalks
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Hotels & Resorts
Oceanfront & boutique stays
Vacation Rentals
Houses & condos
Bed & Breakfasts
Victorian charm
Budget Options
Affordable beach access
Flanders Hotel
Ocean City
Ocean City's landmark hotel since 1923, just steps from the boardwalk.
- ✓Boardwalk Access
- ✓Rooftop Bar
- ✓Pool
The Asbury Hotel
Asbury Park
Hip, retro-chic hotel in the heart of Asbury's music and arts scene.
- ✓Rooftop Bar
- ✓Live Music
- ✓Pet Friendly
Ocean Place Resort
Long Branch
Full-service oceanfront resort with private beach and spa.
- ✓Private Beach
- ✓Spa
- ✓Indoor Pool
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