Where To Visit In New Jersey Before Summer Is Over

I hate to say it but yes summer is marching on and we are heading into August. Soon kids will be heading to college and then at the beginning of September the area grade schools will be back in session. So now is the time to take those end-of-summer day trips to get some great memories in before the summer is gone.

There are many great places to go here in New Jersey, Only in Your State has put together a list of nine places to visit and I wanted to share those with you. Maybe you will have a few ideas to share as well. What’s great about day trips is that they don’t require a lot of time off, they are close so travel isn’t difficult, and they are less expensive, which I think is a welcome idea for everyone in today’s economy. So let’s look at these nine picks you and your family may consider. Gas up the car, grab some drinks and snacks, and head out for adventure in New Jersey.

According to Only In Your State here are 9 summer day trip destinations to take before summer ends:

1. Cape May: “Explore the beautiful Victorian-style homes, go shopping for arts and antiques, or soak up the sun on the beach in this quaint town.”

2. Grounds for Sculpture – Hamilton Township: I have visited Grounds For Sculpture personally and it is a fantastic day trip. Nature and art coexist at this outdoor and indoor museum.

3. Six Flags Great Adventure – Jackson Township: “This one is a classic and perfect for thrill-seekers. The Jersey Devil, a record-breaking roller coaster, is completely wild!”

4. Island Beach State Park – Lanoka Harbor: “Sunbathe, swim, and explore the island in relative quiet. It’s one of the best places to spend the summer in New Jersey.”

5. Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Water Parks – Wildwood: “Wildwood in general is a summer hotspot, but we love the water park here – children can splash around while you enjoy drifting down the lazy river.”

6. Keansburg Amusement Park and Runaway Rapids Waterpark – Keansburg: “This is a fun one. Located right by the beach, you can try out all sorts of rides or hang out in the water park.”

7. Kayaking in the Pinelands – Shamong: “Pinelands Adventures will suit you up for a solo or guided tour through New Jersey’s unique and massive nature preserve. There’s no better way to spend a summer day than on a kayak!”

8. Mount Tammany – Knowlton Township: A hiking and photographer heaven.

9. Highlands Natural Pool – Ringwood: “Located in Ringwood, this is such a unique and interesting place to cool off. This natural swimming pool is formed by streams and surrounded by trees.”