"Why go there?" New Jersey by CesVT

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Welcome to Ocean Grove, NJ...

A quiet methodist town on the Jersey Shore...

Where, in the summer, people live in tents...

In the center of town, these little tents (often a comfortable living room, attached to a small bungalow with just enough space for a bed, a small bathroom and maybe a tiny kitchenette) are quite an exclusive affair-they generally remain in the same family and have to be reapplied for every year, people also having to participate in the community...

On the beach...

You're not supposed to drink alcohol in Ocean Grove, but you can relax on the beach, given you follow quite an impressive set of rules posted at regular intervals on the boardwalk (where you can ride a bike only between 3 and 10 AM!!)...

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Summer fun close to NYC!
  • Cons:A big part of the State is industrial and not so attractive...
  • In a nutshell:Rock'n'roll country!
  • Last visit to New Jersey: Aug 2004
  • Intro Updated Mar 1, 2007
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  • Pawtuxet's Profile Photo
    Oct 3, 2009 at 1:26 PM

    I keep forgetting that you were in Jersey. One day you'll get a bit further north... and find Pawtuxet!

  • BillNJ's Profile Photo
    Apr 14, 2008 at 4:20 AM

    Unfortunately, Asbury Park has really gone downhill. :( Even so, I hope you enjoyed your time at the Jersey Shore! Best from NJ, Bill

  • Tom_In_Madison's Profile Photo
    Mar 7, 2007 at 6:00 AM

    You know Southside Johnny??? I just put one of his cds in....Your secret is safe with me. ;)

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