5 Places In New Jersey That Are Better Than Anywhere Else In The Country

New Jersey is a wonder! While we have a reputation for being a state that’s all highways and subdivisions, if you know where to look, you’ll find some of the most incredible places on Earth. Whether you’re looking for a world-class shopping destination, amazing restaurants, or stunning natural wonders… we’ve got it. Here are a few of the best New Jersey places to visit that are truly incredible.

Old Mine Road, Old Mine Rd, Sandyston, NJ, USA

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The Delaware Water Gap area is a beautiful wild region managed by the National Park Service. Here, you'll find miles of hiking trails, summits with breathtaking overlooks, tiered waterfalls and cascades, and a wild and scenic river that's perfect for paddling.

Princeton, NJ, USA

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Princeton is more than just a college town. With some of the best restaurants in the state, an enormous amount of history, and fantastic boutiques, we think this is one of the best towns in the entire country.

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Cape May, NJ 08204, USA

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What's not to love about the country's first resort town? Cape May is beautiful in any season, but it comes alive in the summer with fantastic seafood spots, a gorgeous beach, and some of the coolest historic buildings on the East Coast.

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Asbury Park, NJ 07712, USA

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Asbury Park certainly has a different vibe than Princeton or Cape May, but it's the most underrated music town in the country. You'll find some of America's best music venues and festivals right here in New Jersey.

Pinelands Preservation Alliance and Pinelands Visitors Center, 17 Pemberton Rd, Southampton Township, NJ 08088, USA

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Finally, no list of New Jersey standouts would be complete without a mention of the pinelands. This unique ecosystem and community is unlike any other spot on Earth. Spend some time exploring old glass furnaces, teeny-tiny towns, and walking mile after mile of sandy trails and you'll fall in love.

How many of these 5 best New Jersey places to visit have made your bucket list? Care to share your experiences? Make sure to shout them out in the comments section!