Warm weather is quickly approaching and it’s time to start planning our summer vacations. While there are dozens of incredible beach towns in New Jersey, Stone Harbor (population 847) is one of the most laid back. You won’t find beach bars and boardwalk amusements here, but you will find an abundance of natural beauty along with a charming downtown. It often goes overlooked in the shadow of Wildwood and Cape May, but it makes for a perfectly relaxing getaway.
Stone Harbor Beach
Flickr/hjhipster If you’re looking to enjoy the water, there are few better beaches in the country. 96th Street Beach scores top honors when it comes to cleanliness and water quality. To learn more, watch this short video:
Aerial View Of Stone Harbor
Facebook/Stone Harbor Beach If you’re looking to shop, you’re also in luck. Stone Harbor has over 100 specialty shops and boutiques. Patchington and Coco Blu Boutique are great places to find fantastic clothing and accessories for women. Surfers will love Pete Smith’s Surf Shop and She Be Surfin’, which also offers lessons.
Stone Harbor Art Scene
Facebook/Ocean Galleries If you’re interested in art, there are several galleries you’ll enjoy, including Ocean Galleries and Island Art Stone Harbor. You can also get crafty yourself at Island Studio Paint Your Own Pottery.
Dining In Stone Harbor
Facebook/Borghi’s By The Bay There are plenty of great places to eat including Borghi’s By The Bay, Seven Mile Pies, Jay’s On Third, Quahog’s Seafood Shack, and Marabella’s Family Restaurant.
Connect With Nature
Facebook/The Wetlands Institute Stone Harbor offers fantastic opportunities for connecting with nature, hiking, and observing wildlife. The Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary has several trails available for your enjoyment, and The Wetlands Institute will delight visitors with their gorgeous gardens and incredible interactive events. To learn more about The Wetlands Institute, click here. For more on the bird sanctuary, enjoy this quick video:
Where To Stay
Facebook/The Reeds At Shelter Haven There are several amazing places to stay while visiting Stone Harbor. If you’re looking for luxury, head to The Reeds At Shelter Haven (pictured). You’re sure to leave refreshed and feeling pampered. Summer stays offer yoga on the beach along with other seasonal activities. For more laid back accommodations, the Lark Motel is a lovely pick.
The relaxed atmosphere and natural beauty really make this small New Jersey shore town stand out. Have you been to Stone Harbor before? What are your favorite places to go and things to do? If you’re looking to plan a trip this summer, https://stoneharborbeach.com/ has some great info!
Flickr/hjhipster
If you’re looking to enjoy the water, there are few better beaches in the country. 96th Street Beach scores top honors when it comes to cleanliness and water quality. To learn more, watch this short video:
Facebook/Stone Harbor Beach
If you’re looking to shop, you’re also in luck. Stone Harbor has over 100 specialty shops and boutiques. Patchington and Coco Blu Boutique are great places to find fantastic clothing and accessories for women. Surfers will love Pete Smith’s Surf Shop and She Be Surfin’, which also offers lessons.
Facebook/Ocean Galleries
If you’re interested in art, there are several galleries you’ll enjoy, including Ocean Galleries and Island Art Stone Harbor. You can also get crafty yourself at Island Studio Paint Your Own Pottery.
Facebook/Borghi’s By The Bay
There are plenty of great places to eat including Borghi’s By The Bay, Seven Mile Pies, Jay’s On Third, Quahog’s Seafood Shack, and Marabella’s Family Restaurant.
Facebook/The Wetlands Institute
Stone Harbor offers fantastic opportunities for connecting with nature, hiking, and observing wildlife. The Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary has several trails available for your enjoyment, and The Wetlands Institute will delight visitors with their gorgeous gardens and incredible interactive events. To learn more about The Wetlands Institute, click here. For more on the bird sanctuary, enjoy this quick video:
Facebook/The Reeds At Shelter Haven
There are several amazing places to stay while visiting Stone Harbor. If you’re looking for luxury, head to The Reeds At Shelter Haven (pictured). You’re sure to leave refreshed and feeling pampered. Summer stays offer yoga on the beach along with other seasonal activities. For more laid back accommodations, the Lark Motel is a lovely pick.
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