1 Day in Spring Lake
The Irish Riviera
Every stop below is a place in our Spring Lake listings: Noon Designs + Coffee At Noon, Spring Lake Beach, Non-Commercial Boardwalk, Sea Crest Grille, Spring Lake, Third Avenue and St. Stephen's Green Publick House. Swap any of them for another from the town guide; the times are only a suggested order.
Morning
Breakfast: Noon Designs + Coffee At Noon
Design shop with a coffee counter in Spring Lake.
Spring Lake Beach
Pristine, uncrowded beach with strict rules: no food, drinks, or loud music. The most refined beach experience on the Jersey Shore.
Tip: Best for swimming, relaxation, surfing.
Non-Commercial Boardwalk
No vendors, just peaceful ocean views and beautiful homes.
Afternoon
Lunch: Sea Crest Grille
Grille in Spring Lake.
Spring Lake
The scenic lake at the heart of town, surrounded by Victorian homes, with a path for morning walks.
Third Avenue
Walkable downtown with boutique shops, cafes, and fine dining restaurants.
Evening
Dinner: St. Stephen's Green Publick House
The unofficial capital of the Irish Riviera. Busy Irish brunch, live Irish music almost every night, and Irish beers including Guinness, Harp, Murphy's, and Kilkenny.
Tip: Takes reservations.
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What we know it costs
- Day parking (tracked lots)
- $12-15/day
- Beach badge
- $12/day
Food and activity costs vary too much by choice to estimate here. Beach badge prices
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Parking in Spring Lake
Street Parking is the cheapest flat rate at $12/day.
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Spring Lake Day Trip FAQ
How long is the drive to Spring Lake from New York City?
About 1hr 10min without traffic, or 1hr 20min from Philadelphia.
Do I need a beach badge in Spring Lake?
Spring Lake beach badges cost $12 per day or $110 for the season; children under 12 are free.
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