Highlands sits at the northern tip of the Jersey Shore, serving as the gateway to Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area. This small borough is best known for Twin Lights Historic Site - twin brownstone lighthouse towers that have guided ships since 1862 and offer stunning views of the Sandy Hook bay and NYC skyline.
The town's bayshore location along the Shrewsbury River and Sandy Hook Bay makes it a seafood lover's paradise. The Bahrs Landing area is famous for clam bars and waterfront restaurants serving fresh catches from local waters. It's a working waterfront with authentic character.
While Highlands doesn't have an ocean beach (Sandy Hook is just across the bridge), its bay beaches, fishing piers, and proximity to nature make it a unique Shore destination. The Henry Hudson Trail runs through town, connecting cyclists to the broader trail network.