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    4.0 (1 review)

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    Smithfield Beach - Swim area

    Smithfield Beach

    4.0(3 reviews)
    38.8 km

    I was so happy to find this gem! This is a grassy waterfront swim area that lets you swim in the…read moreDelaware River and offers amazing views of it. Be advised- this waterfront area is small with no lifeguard, but the river water was clear and felt nice to dip in. I love that it's a short drive from Stroudsburg and I enjoyed the grassy "beach vibe". Lots of picnic tables (no grills though), bathrooms, and boating launches. $10 per car up to 7. Will be back!

    Beautiful area. Parking is $10. We came here for a rafting experience. We booked our activity a…read moremile or so away, and their staff were waiting for us at the river for entry. The beach itself is a huge outdoor recreation area. We saw plenty of families enjoying BBQs and the water. There are plenty of grassy areas if you're not interested in getting wet. There's plenty of parking and the bathrooms are large with showers, toilets and changing areas. I will say that the bathrooms are great early in the day but when we returned, they were horrendous. They were obviously never cleaned throughout the day and there was water and used sanitary items everywhere, no toilet paper left, and the stalls were disgusting. I advise to do an early morning visit and leave around midday to avoid what I saw. I ended up just changing in my car. There was no way I would gave my kid changing in those conditions. We stayed at the Wyndham cabins nearby, I'm the Fall years ago, and never even knew this placed existed until accompanying friends on a rafting trip. I would definitely come back but never will stay late unless I'm staying nearby and can wait to change clothing.

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    Evergreen Lakes

    Evergreen Lakes

    2.9(14 reviews)
    21.9 km

    Very nice campground. Despite the reviews denigrating the owners/employees I found them to be…read morefriendly, polite and helpful. Admittedly I didn't have many interactions in the month I stayed there but what little contact I did have was all positive. I stayed for 1 full month and had a very nice campsite for my camper. The campground was clean and very wooded which I found peaceful. The lake is very nice and there are plenty of amenities including a clubhouse, mini golf, playground and regular events. I am working in the area and Evergreen was my first choice of campgrounds partly because of location and partly because it doesn't have that 'trailer park' feel due to the abundance of trees and irregularity of campsite spacing and orientation. The caveat with the trees is that getting a 30' camper in and out of the sites can be a challenge. Unfortunately I was forced to move to another campground because Evergreen didn't have 'winter' water at their regular campsites and I needed a space through the end of December. If they upgrade their water to accommodate year round campers I would move back without hesitation. Weekends the tent sites fill up and it has a different feel than through the week when it's mostly the seasonal campers but it was always nice. I would recommend Evergreen to anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful place to stay in warmer months. If you need a winter site look elsewhere.

    Staff was friendly and it was a nice place to stay for two nights. Primitive spots and regular…read morespots available. W/E/C available and WiFi. Picnic table and fire ring in each spot. Cool arcade we didn't get to use because it never opened. laundry room and mini golf. A set of swings and a pirate themed playground. Bath house with 4 toilets and 2 showers. It was nice and quiet and peaceful at night.

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    Ocean Grove Beach - Ocean Grove Beach_Sanju-8

    Ocean Grove Beach

    4.5(62 reviews)
    113.4 km

    THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ Spacious, beautiful beach with verrrrry, verrrrrry clean sand. + Lifeguards are on duty during beach hours and they are extremely watchful of the beach as we observed them, multiple times, giving warnings to swimmers. + There is a food stand, Shore Break Grill, DIRECTLY on the beach by the pier on Embury Ave!! They sell food (burgers fries, sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken fingers), cold drinks (flavored lemonades, iced teas), smoothies, pina coladas, acai bowls, ice cream and ice! + Town area on Main Ave is small, but charming and has plenty of restaurants, including the famed (and newly reopened) Nagle's Apothecary Cafe. + A lot of free street parking spaces along the streets and angled, BUT get here early (around 10:30 AM) on the weekend during beach season! If you don't arrive early, you'll definitely be circling for awhile. THE NOT SO GOOD ----------------------------- - Nada. MIXED THOUGHTS ---------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = As of July 2026, daily wrist bands cost $13 per adult with children 11 and younger being free.

    The Jersey Shore has around 141 miles of shoreline and more than 40 beach towns, each with its own…read moreunique vibe. If you're looking for a quieter, peaceful, family-friendly beach day, Ocean Grove is calling your name. First, I have to make a DISCLAIMER... This one-mile town is known as "God's Square Mile" because it was founded by Methodist ministers as a seaside Christian sanctuary. You'll definitely see that history reflected throughout the town, from streets with biblical names to worship services held on the boardwalk. Ocean Grove is overseen by a religious organization and follows some Christian blue laws, including no alcohol sales. With that being said, please do NOT let the town's religious roots scare you away! I'm not religious, but I felt completely welcomed. Not once did I feel like their beliefs were being pushed onto me. Moving on... as a seasoned beach gal, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your beach day: PARKING: FREE... you read that right! There are angled spots right in front of the beach, plus street parking in the residential areas. Come extra early on weekends if you want to snag a spot. I got super lucky and found one around 11AM on a Sunday. ADMISSION: Daily beach passes are $13 and can be purchased online or in person at the beach office. It's FREE for children 11 and under & anyone who arrives after 5:30pm. I really wish they offered free or discounted admission for U.S. veterans, active-duty military, and seniors. BEACH & AMENITIES: The beach is clean, the sand is soft, and the water has gotten noticeably clearer and bluer over the years. It's also less crowded than some nearby beaches, so there's plenty of space. Amenities include: -Umbrella & chair rentals -Public bathrooms (pretty clean) -Outdoor rinse stations -A designated surfing area No showers or changing rooms. BOARDWALK: The 0.5 mile boardwalk is wide and lined with benches, street lamps, and potted flowers. Don't expect a bustling boardwalk scene--it's definitely more laidback. There's a pavilion where Christian services are open to the public, including gospel music and prayers. The beach office also sells merchandise like hats and sweatshirts. I had a wonderful stroll in the sun and really enjoyed the atmosphere. HISTORICAL SIGHTS: -Ocean Grove has the largest concentration of VICTORIAN HOMES in the COUNTRY and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's so picturesque. I was in love with the pastel colors! -You can't miss THE GREAT AUDITORIUM, a massive 1894 landmark that hosts religious services, choir concerts, and community events. -Then there's TENT CITY, a historic colony of 114 canvas tents used for summer Christian retreats. Want to stay in one? You have to apply, pass an interview, and then get on a legendary waitlist that's apparently 10-15 years long! Rentals cost $4,000-$8,000. Who knows, maybe you'll want to add that to your bucket list haha... FOOD/NIGHTLIFE: -The nightlife is virtually nonexistent. No bars, clubs, lounges, or liquor sales--it's a dry town. I respect it. If you want a bar scene, Asbury Park is a short drive away. -There's a small food stand on the beach called Shore Break (see my separate review!) that servces ice cream, lemonades, smoothies, and standard beach grub like fries and hot dogs. -The downtown main street is a short walk away, with a handful of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries if you want to grab a bite. Some notable spots are Nagle's, SeaGrass, OG Bake Shoppe, and Tino's Pizza. I spent six hours here and had such a peaceful beach day. If you want a change of scenery from some of the livelier (and rowdier) Jersey Shore towns, Ocean Grove is a great place to unwind. I actually think its religious history adds to the charm and makes this little town stand out.

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