Bay Shore Beach Lodge Fun Guide
Nearby Bay & Ocean Beaches
You can walk to all the bay beaches in town and to the “locals” beach right over the bridge or bike/drive to neighboring beaches along the coast.
~ Miller Bay Beach – A short 5 block walk
~Sandbox at Seastreak Ferry- 1m down road
~Snug Harbor -10-15 min walk
~Popamora Beach - little over 1m down the road.
~Locals Ocean beach is right over the bridge to Sandy Hook/Sea Bright (15 min walk door to sand)
~Sandy Hook Bay & Ocean Beaches are 2 miles away, walk/bike/drive
~Sea Bright Beach – Short bike or Drive
Beach Boulevard
Beach Boulevard~ Miller Bay Beach – A short 5 block walk
~Sandbox at Seastreak Ferry- 1m down road
~Snug Harbor -10-15 min walk
~Popamora Beach - little over 1m down the road.
~Locals Ocean beach is right over the bridge to Sandy Hook/Sea Bright (15 min walk door to sand)
~Sandy Hook Bay & Ocean Beaches are 2 miles away, walk/bike/drive
~Sea Bright Beach – Short bike or Drive
Things to Do (besides the beach!)
Highlands is an active, vibrant community with a ton to see and do nearby. Fun & adventure awaits you year round. Come stay & play!
Trail starts at the end of our street and runs from Highlands to Aberdeen. Walk or bike, there is a ton see and do along the way. Download the AllTrails app to map out your trip! We offer two bikes and if you need extra for the rest of your crew, Kranky Cycles is also down the street halfway to the trail.
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Henry Hudson Bike Trail
Henry Hudson Bike TrailTrail starts at the end of our street and runs from Highlands to Aberdeen. Walk or bike, there is a ton see and do along the way. Download the AllTrails app to map out your trip! We offer two bikes and if you need extra for the rest of your crew, Kranky Cycles is also down the street halfway to the trail.
Visit the museum all year round and climb both lighthouse towers (if you're feeling ambitious) for epic views of Highlands, Sandy Hook, Sea Bright & NYC!
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Twin Lights State Historic Site/museum
2 Light House RdVisit the museum all year round and climb both lighthouse towers (if you're feeling ambitious) for epic views of Highlands, Sandy Hook, Sea Bright & NYC!
Charter a fishing boat from Cpt Lou at Reel Happy Fishing Charters 908-770-7438 then hang out at the Seafarer when you dock for live music & drinks! Just a few blocks away.
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The Seafarer
1 Atlantic StCharter a fishing boat from Cpt Lou at Reel Happy Fishing Charters 908-770-7438 then hang out at the Seafarer when you dock for live music & drinks! Just a few blocks away.
Bike to nearby Carton Brewing in Atlantic Highlands through Henry Hudson Trail, or take a short 15-30 min drive to: Kane Brewing~Ocean, Belford Brewing~Belford, Triumph Brew Pub~Red Bank, or Source Farm House Brewery~Colts Neck
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Carton Brewing
6 E Washington AveBike to nearby Carton Brewing in Atlantic Highlands through Henry Hudson Trail, or take a short 15-30 min drive to: Kane Brewing~Ocean, Belford Brewing~Belford, Triumph Brew Pub~Red Bank, or Source Farm House Brewery~Colts Neck
You're just a 25 min drive from PNC Arts Center in Holmdel and their world class shows like Doobie Brothers w/Michael McDonald 6/14/22, Brooks & Dunn 6/17/22 and comedian Bill Burr 6/18/22.
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PNC Bank Arts Center
116 Garden State PkwyYou're just a 25 min drive from PNC Arts Center in Holmdel and their world class shows like Doobie Brothers w/Michael McDonald 6/14/22, Brooks & Dunn 6/17/22 and comedian Bill Burr 6/18/22.
The Stone Pony is a legendary club in Asbury Park that features local and national acts and is most known for being the place where NJ's hometown hero Bruce Springsteen got his start. Check out their active schedule of shows for 2022. 30 min drive.
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The Stone Pony
913 N Ocean AveThe Stone Pony is a legendary club in Asbury Park that features local and national acts and is most known for being the place where NJ's hometown hero Bruce Springsteen got his start. Check out their active schedule of shows for 2022. 30 min drive.
Asbury Park has always been a little funky and a lot of hip, so it’s no surprise that it boosts some of the coolest antique and curiosity shops around, not to mention an awesome boardwalk and the best arcade in the country- Silver Ball Retro Arcade. About 30 min drive.
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Silverball Pinball Museum
1000 Ocean Avenue NorthAsbury Park has always been a little funky and a lot of hip, so it’s no surprise that it boosts some of the coolest antique and curiosity shops around, not to mention an awesome boardwalk and the best arcade in the country- Silver Ball Retro Arcade. About 30 min drive.
Classic boardwalk amusement and water park with dozens of rides like bumper cars, arcade games & beach eats. Seasonal
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Keansburg Amusement Park NJ
275 Beachway AveClassic boardwalk amusement and water park with dozens of rides like bumper cars, arcade games & beach eats. Seasonal
Take a day trip to NYC and skip the traffic! Check their schedule for special cruises like the Seal & Bird Ecotour, 4th of July and even trips to Martha’s Vineyard
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Seastreak Ferry
325 Shore DrTake a day trip to NYC and skip the traffic! Check their schedule for special cruises like the Seal & Bird Ecotour, 4th of July and even trips to Martha’s Vineyard
Rent a paddle board or kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks and take off from the Bay Beach across from Parking Lot C
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Sandy Hook Kayaks
Hartshorne DriveRent a paddle board or kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks and take off from the Bay Beach across from Parking Lot C
Culinary Adventures
Eating /Drinking / Live Music are our favorite past-times and there are a bunch of great spots within walking distance or a quick bike or car ride away. And there's nowhere on the Jersey Shore that boosts as much waterfront dining as Highlands, from walk off the beach casual to more elegant options. PLUS most places have live music especially in summer.
Our go-to is Franny’s Pizzeria & Restaurant just a couple blocks away. Try the Grandma’s pie but do NOT forget to order their crispy, tender, mouthwatering calamari or crispy AND doughy garlic knots. The heated enclosed outdoor patio area is cute & charming – Franny’s is perfect for dining in, take out or delivery.
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Francesco's Pizzeria
279 Bay AveOur go-to is Franny’s Pizzeria & Restaurant just a couple blocks away. Try the Grandma’s pie but do NOT forget to order their crispy, tender, mouthwatering calamari or crispy AND doughy garlic knots. The heated enclosed outdoor patio area is cute & charming – Franny’s is perfect for dining in, take out or delivery.
The outdoor dining patio overlooks their private beach and is a perfect spot to enjoy hearty American fare while you soak in the bay breeze. In the winter you can cozy up to one of the fire pits outside but If it’s too cold out, you can still enjoy beautiful views from their giant windows overlooking the bay. Live music also year-round. 5 min walk
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Proving Ground Waterfront Dining
56 Shrewsbury AveThe outdoor dining patio overlooks their private beach and is a perfect spot to enjoy hearty American fare while you soak in the bay breeze. In the winter you can cozy up to one of the fire pits outside but If it’s too cold out, you can still enjoy beautiful views from their giant windows overlooking the bay. Live music also year-round. 5 min walk
Ideally located between the bridge to Sandy Hook and the marina where boats stop for gas and a beverage before their next voyage, this is THE perfect spot for day drinking, people watching and spectacular views of Sandy Hook Bay, Sea Bright & NYC.10 min walk
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Bahrs Landing Famous Seafood Restaurant & Marina
2 Bay AveIdeally located between the bridge to Sandy Hook and the marina where boats stop for gas and a beverage before their next voyage, this is THE perfect spot for day drinking, people watching and spectacular views of Sandy Hook Bay, Sea Bright & NYC.10 min walk
Right off the Seastreak ferry from NYC (just down the street from us) Sandbox’s Beach Shack offers casual grub and a full bar or you can grab a bite from one of the food trucks to enjoy in their picnic area, plus there’s always live music at this giant playground for all ages. Seasonal. 15 min walk
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The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach
325 Shore DriveRight off the Seastreak ferry from NYC (just down the street from us) Sandbox’s Beach Shack offers casual grub and a full bar or you can grab a bite from one of the food trucks to enjoy in their picnic area, plus there’s always live music at this giant playground for all ages. Seasonal. 15 min walk
At Willow, their fresh seafood and raw bar are excellent, but the real star of the show is the outdoor seating and breathtaking views of Sandy Hook Bay & NYC. There’s always live music and sexy ambience. YR Round 15-20min walk
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One Willow
1 Willow StAt Willow, their fresh seafood and raw bar are excellent, but the real star of the show is the outdoor seating and breathtaking views of Sandy Hook Bay & NYC. There’s always live music and sexy ambience. YR Round 15-20min walk
Windows surround the entire place to optimize the remarkable views of the bay and nightly sunsets. 10 min drive
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The Rum Runner
816 N Ocean AveWindows surround the entire place to optimize the remarkable views of the bay and nightly sunsets. 10 min drive
Tommys Tavern serves up a substantial menu of reliably delicious sports bar + restaurant combined staples and then some. The space is gigantic both inside and out, yet still warm and friendly with great views of the bay and plenty of seating for big or small groups.
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Tommy’s Tavern + Tap
1030 N Ocean AveTommys Tavern serves up a substantial menu of reliably delicious sports bar + restaurant combined staples and then some. The space is gigantic both inside and out, yet still warm and friendly with great views of the bay and plenty of seating for big or small groups.
We love this sexy little beach bar and restaurant hidden back by the bay in Monmouth Beach…great bar scene, delicious food/drink and best of all ….great vibe.
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Beach Tavern
33 West StWe love this sexy little beach bar and restaurant hidden back by the bay in Monmouth Beach…great bar scene, delicious food/drink and best of all ….great vibe.
Best Breakfasts
There’s nothing like starting the day with a great cup of coffee and a wholesome meal and there is NO better place for breakfast then the Jersey Shore! From Jersey locals’ favorite - Taylor Ham (aka pork roll) to the more ubiquitous pancakes, there are a ton of delectable breakfasts to be had around these parts. These are a few of our favorite places to break your fast.
Run by two sisters and a bunch of their friendly cousins, this extremely tiny, somewhat hidden diner serves up hearty breakfasts and warm conversation until 1pm every day. Seating inside is very limited but they have a cheery outdoor patio which is festively decorated around the holidays. 5-10 min walk
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Girls Cafe
300 Bay AveRun by two sisters and a bunch of their friendly cousins, this extremely tiny, somewhat hidden diner serves up hearty breakfasts and warm conversation until 1pm every day. Seating inside is very limited but they have a cheery outdoor patio which is festively decorated around the holidays. 5-10 min walk
If you'd like a nice spot to eat in, you’ll appreciate the charming decor of this beachy cafe. Generous portions of gourmet and more traditional breakfast dishes taste as good as they look and are served all day. 10 min drive
Yolk's on you Kitchen
1132 E Ocean AveIf you'd like a nice spot to eat in, you’ll appreciate the charming decor of this beachy cafe. Generous portions of gourmet and more traditional breakfast dishes taste as good as they look and are served all day. 10 min drive
While they’re known for their buttery, decadent crumb cake, we go here for their perfect bagels which make a great foundation for their excellent breakfast sandwiches. Seating is available indoor and outside in their patio parking lot.
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Bay Ave Bakery & Cafe
111 Bay AveWhile they’re known for their buttery, decadent crumb cake, we go here for their perfect bagels which make a great foundation for their excellent breakfast sandwiches. Seating is available indoor and outside in their patio parking lot.
This unique, artsy café serves up breakfast burritos, fresh baked goods, gourmet coffee and even offers pantry items to go. Catch live music from time to time, or show off your talents on their piano as you admire artwork for sale from local artists. 5-10 min walk
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Water Witch Coffee
67 Waterwitch AveThis unique, artsy café serves up breakfast burritos, fresh baked goods, gourmet coffee and even offers pantry items to go. Catch live music from time to time, or show off your talents on their piano as you admire artwork for sale from local artists. 5-10 min walk
A casual diner with fun music and a carnival/musical themed décor like an awesome 70’s basement. Suggest ordering their perfectly crisped hash browns and magnificiently juicy Taylor Ham sandwich on a slightly charred bagel.
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Amy's Omelette House
444 Ocean Blvd NA casual diner with fun music and a carnival/musical themed décor like an awesome 70’s basement. Suggest ordering their perfectly crisped hash browns and magnificiently juicy Taylor Ham sandwich on a slightly charred bagel.
This trendy spot in an unassuming strip mall in Fairhaven serves dishes as pretty and delicious as the décor. PS. BYO champagne (check out the Cellar liquor store next door) and they’ll provide the OJ!
Over Easy Kitchen - Fair Haven
588 River RoadThis trendy spot in an unassuming strip mall in Fairhaven serves dishes as pretty and delicious as the décor. PS. BYO champagne (check out the Cellar liquor store next door) and they’ll provide the OJ!