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Online Travel Show

Let AboutNewJersey.com show you New Jersey through our own online travel show called "Exploring New Jersey with Laura Crockett". Through five to ten minute videos, AboutNewJersey, along with your host Laura Crockett, showcase various attractions throughout NJ.

Transportation

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New Jersey Online Store

Check out our online store where you can find a wide selection of New Jersey related items for yourself or as a gift, If you're planning out that great NJ vacation, then make sure you don't miss our selection of recommended NJ travel books!

Event Guide

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Fun & Games

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About New Jersey

Discover New Jersey. Learn the history of the state, the symbols and its flag. This is where you can find the facts and figures about New Jersey. Learn about the state's many firsts, the who's who of New Jersey. If you're interested in learning about New Jersey - this is the place to go.

Towns & Counties

Going to a particular town or county in New Jersey and want to know what there is to do in the area? Check out the Towns and Counties section. Here you can easily see what to do in the area.

Amusement Parks

New Jersey has a huge selection of amusement parks throughout the state. From parks geared toward small children such as Storybook Land to the largest regional amusement Park in the country - Six Flags Great Adventure, where you can plummet 215 ft at 80 miles an hour on Nitro - not to mention the many water parks. There are things for all age groups and all interests.

Historical Sites

Come experience the many Historical Attractions found throughout New Jersey, from the many places where Washington stayed and fought to where Thomas Edison invented the incandecent lightbulb, the phonograph, movies and so much more.

Jersey Shore

New Jersey has 127 miles of shoreline. Come discover the many historic lighthouses, enjoy the excitement of Atlantic City, Seaside Heights or relax in historic Cape May. Check out the many wildlife refuges. There is something for everyone on the Jersey Shore.

Cultural

Come check out the many museums, catch a play at a theater or learn about the many New Jersey legends - including the Jersey Devil. Learn about how an entire nation was frightened by a Halloween radio joke and thought the earth was being invaded by martians.

Outdoor Recreation

Take a walk through one of the many acres of our various state parks or just relax and go birdwatching. Hunting is also available, as is kayaking, horsebacking riding and many other activities.

Come explore the wilderness of New Jersey - from the mountains in the north to the million+ acre Pine Barrens in the south to the wildlife refuges along the Jersey Shore.

Sports

New Jersey has numerous professional and minor league sports - as well as recreational sports you can take part in. From golf to baseball to lacrosse - New Jersey has something for everyone.

Interested in catching a game while in New Jersey? Check out the New Jersey Devils - 3 time Stanley Cup Champions at the Meadowlands or the minor league baseball teams such as the Lakewood Blue Claws. Interested in seeing a lacrosse game? We have TWO professional teams.

NJ Restaurant and Lodging Guide

If you're looking for a restaurant in NJ or a NJ hotel, or even a great B&B in Cape May, then check out our NJ Restaurant and lodging guides. On the NJ Restaurant guide, you can find pizzerias, fine dining, steak houses, as well as famous NJ diners. This is all searchable by city, county and cuisine type.

On our NJ Hotel & Lodging Guide, you can find anything from world class hotels, to romantic B&Bs to over 80 NJ campgrounds. For over 200 hotels, you can even book your stay right through AboutNewJersey.com.

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Location: Main - Regions - Shore Region - Ocean County - Jackson

Jackson NJ - Ocean County

Facts

Founded: 1844
Settled: 1665
Population: 42,816
Size: sq miles

Attractions in and Around Jackson

Six Flags Great Adventure

1 Six Flags Blvd.
Jackson - Map It
(732)928-1821

Amusement/Water Park

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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor

1 Six Flags Blvd.
Jackson - Map It
(732)928-1821

Amusement/Water Park

- View Six Flags Hurricane Harbor's Detail

Six Flags Wild Safari

1 Six Flags Blvd
Jackson 08527 - Map It
(732)928-1821

Zoo/Aquariums

- View Six Flags Wild Safari's Detail

Jackson Premium Outlets

537 Monmouth Rd.
Jackson - Map It
(732)833-0503

Shopping

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Jackson Skating Center

2270 W. County Line Rd.
Jackson - Map It
(732)363-2222

Recreation/Arcade Center
Sports (Recreational)

- View Jackson Skating Center's Detail

St. Vladimir’s Memorial Russian Orthodox Church

Rova Farms
132 Perrineville Rd
Jackson 08527 - Map It
(732)928-1248

Historical

- View St. Vladimir’s Memorial Russian Orthodox Church's Detail

Eagle Ridge Golf Club

2 Augusta Blvd
Lakewood - Map It
(732)901-4900
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Golfing
Outdoor Recreation
Sports (Recreational)

- View Eagle Ridge Golf Club's Detail

Incline Club, The

485 Locust St
Lakewood - Map It
(732)901-7900
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Outdoor Recreation
Sports (Recreational)

- View Incline Club, The's Detail

Lakewood BlueClaws Professional Baseball

First EnergyPark
2 Stadium Way
Lakewood - Map It
(732)901-7000
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Sports (Spectator)

- View Lakewood BlueClaws Professional Baseball's Detail

Lakewood Country Club

145 Country Club Dr
Lakewood - Map It
(732)363-8125
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Golfing
Outdoor Recreation
Sports (Recreational)

- View Lakewood Country Club's Detail

Lakewood Golf Range

150 Locust St
Lakewood - Map It
(732)364-2190
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Golfing
Outdoor Recreation
Sports (Recreational)

- View Lakewood Golf Range's Detail

Lakewood Heritage Museum

655 Princeton Ave
Lakewood 08701 - Map It
(732)276-7944
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Museum

- View Lakewood Heritage Museum's Detail

M. Christina Geis Gallery

Georgian Court University
900 Lakewood Ave
Lakewood - Map It
(732)364-2200
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Art Gallery

- View M. Christina Geis Gallery's Detail

Strand Theater

400 Clifton Ave.
Lakewood - Map It
(732)367-7789
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Theater/Performing Arts

- View Strand Theater's Detail

Tiberias

475 Rt. 70 W
Lakewood - Map It
(732)886-3737
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Spa/Health Club

- View Tiberias's Detail

Lake Horicon

Lake St.
Lakehurst - Map It
(732)657-4141
About 6.5 miles from Jackson

Canoing/Kayaking
Eco-Tourism
Fishing/Crabbing
Outdoor Recreation

- View Lake Horicon's Detail

Navy Lakehurst Information Center

Rt. 547
Lakehurst - Map It
(732)818-7520
About 6.5 miles from Jackson

Historical

- View Navy Lakehurst Information Center's Detail

Circle A Riding Academy

116 Herbersville Rd
Howell - Map It
(732)938-2004
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Horseback Riding
Outdoor Recreation

- View Circle A Riding Academy's Detail

Manasquan Reservoir

Windeler Road
Howell 07731 - Map It
732-919-0996
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Outdoor Recreation
Park

- View Manasquan Reservoir's Detail

Manasquan Reservoir and Visitor Center

311 Windeler Rd.
Howell - Map It
(732)919-0996
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Canoing/Kayaking
Eco-Tourism
Fishing/Crabbing
Outdoor Recreation
Park
Sports (Recreational)

- View Manasquan Reservoir and Visitor Center's Detail

Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center

Georgia Tavern Road
Howell 07731 - Map It
(732)751-9453
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Eco-Tourism

- View Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center's Detail

Tall Oaks Farm

151 Oak Glen Rd
Howell - Map It
(732)938-5445
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Horseback Riding

- View Tall Oaks Farm's Detail

Boyce Berry Farm

Burnt Tavern
Clarksburg - Map It
(609)259-9198
About 8.2 miles from Jackson

Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

- View Boyce Berry Farm's Detail

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What's happening in and Around Jackson

June 2012

Frank Sinatra - Lakewood , Ocean County
About 5.8 miles from Jackson
June 22
Join Fred Miller at the piano as he explores the great personalities and significant aspects of American Popular Song’s Golden Era. Few celebrities have had the multifaceted impact that “Frankie” had on popular music and American culture at large. Sinatra's colorful—at times abrasive—personality and constant tabloid attention often obscured his seriousness as an artist.

Tea and the "Mad Hatter" - Lakewood , Ocean County
About 5.8 miles from Jackson
June 3
Remember the Mad Hatter’s tea party? In the 1860s, when Lewis Carroll wrote his “Alice” books, tea gatherings were very popular and etiquette was very important. Learn the history of this fascinating beverage, and discover what tea connoisseurs mean by cream tea, high tea, and royal tea. Since this is a Mad Hatter’s Tea, there will also be a short talk about the history of hats.

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Lodging in and Around Jackson

Best Western Leisure Inn

Hotel/Motel

1600 Rt. 70
Lakewood NJ 08701

Map

2 Stars
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

This Lakewood, New Jersey hotel was voted 'Best Hotel in Ocean County for 2007' for its amenities and convenient location to the Jersey Shore, Six Flags® Great Adventure and the First Energy Park. Welcome to the Best Western Leisure Inn where convenient location, superb amenities and an affordable price are top priorities. Situated in the heart of Lakewood, New Jersey the Best Western Leisure Inn was voted 'Best Hotel in Ocean County for 2007'. Hotel guests will find themselves just minutes fro

Econo Lodge Lakewood

Hotel/Motel

450 Madison Ave
Lakewood NJ 08701

Map

1 Star
About 5.8 miles from Jackson

Walking distance to shops and restaurants. New Jersey shores nearby. Great Adventure 15 minutes. RENOVATED: 7/98 Must have 1 adult 21 years or older in each room.

Butterfly Campground

Camping

360 Butterfly Rd
Jackson NJ 08527
(732)928-2107

Map

Indian Rock Resort

Camping

920 West Veterans Hwy
Jackson NJ 08527
(732)928-0034

Map

Maple Lake Campground

Camping

980 East Veterans Hwy
Jackson NJ 08527
(800)428-1202

Map

Super 8 Motels - Lakehurst/Toms River

Hotel/Motel

2016 Hwy 37 West
Lakehurst NJ 08759
(732)657-7100

Map