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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey Tourism & Town Guide

Explore Point Pleasant Beach, one of New Jersey's premier family shore destinations, known for ocean beaches, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Jenkinson's Aquarium, amusement attractions, fishing boats, Manasquan Inlet, Arnold Avenue shopping, restaurants, nightlife, galleries, and classic Jersey Shore recreation.

Point Pleasant Beach combines boardwalk energy, downtown shopping, waterfront recreation, family attractions, fishing fleets, beach vacations, and year-round community life in northern Ocean County.

Premier Tourism Focus Jenkinson's Boardwalk
Jenkinson's Aquarium
Ocean beaches
Fishing boats and inlet access
Arnold Avenue shopping
Dining, nightlife, and family attractions
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Point Pleasant Beach Tourism Snapshot

Beaches & BoardwalkOcean beaches, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, family attractions, arcades, amusements, boardwalk shopping, and classic Jersey Shore entertainment make the town a major visitor destination.
Family AttractionsJenkinson's Aquarium, mini golf, boardwalk games, amusement businesses, galleries, comedy, music, and family recreation support visitors of all ages.
Fishing & BoatingParty boats, sportfishing, parasailing, scuba, watersports, Manasquan Inlet access, and Channel Drive activity give the town a strong waterfront identity.
Downtown Shopping & DiningArnold Avenue, galleries, shops, restaurants, cafés, entertainment venues, and local businesses create a walkable downtown shore experience.

Explore Point Pleasant Beach

Visiting Point Pleasant BeachPlan beach days, boardwalk trips, aquarium visits, fishing charters, shopping, dining, nightlife, family attractions, and waterfront recreation.
Living in Point Pleasant BeachResidents and seasonal homeowners have access to borough services, schools, parks, churches, clubs, recreation, beaches, and Ocean County resources.
Doing Business in Point Pleasant BeachBusinesses can reach beachgoers, boardwalk visitors, families, anglers, hotel guests, nightlife audiences, shoppers, and regional tourists.
Community ConnectionsThe guide includes government, schools, parks, churches, attractions, clubs, arts, shopping, dining, real estate, jobs, classifieds, and lodging.

Point Pleasant Beach Local Highlights

Jenkinson's BoardwalkJenkinson's Boardwalk is one of the most recognizable family entertainment destinations on the Jersey Shore.
Jenkinson's AquariumThe aquarium helps make Point Pleasant Beach a year-round family attraction, not only a summer beach destination.
Manasquan Inlet & Fishing FleetParty boats, sportfishing, boating, watersports, and inlet access support the town's maritime economy and visitor appeal.
Arnold Avenue DistrictArnold Avenue connects visitors with downtown shopping, galleries, restaurants, comedy, music, schools, churches, and community life.
Arts & EntertainmentGalleries, dance schools, music shops, Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, DJs, and performing arts listings give the town a lively cultural side.
Historic Shore BoroughThe town's tourism roots reach back to early seashore visitors, railroad access, Arnold Avenue, and its establishment as a borough in 1886.

Point Pleasant Beach Page Sections

Use the links below to explore Point Pleasant Beach businesses, restaurants, visitor resources, real estate, classifieds, jobs, schools, parks, attractions, churches, historic resources, and recreation.

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Town Guide Categories

GovernmentBorough services, police, public works, recreation, tax office, emergency management, and municipal contacts. EducationPoint Pleasant Beach School District, Antrim Elementary, high school, private schools, and learning resources. Arts & EntertainmentGalleries, dance, music, comedy, performing arts, and Arnold Avenue cultural activity. Historic PlacesLocal history, Point Pleasant Historical Museum, and the borough's coastal heritage. ParksBand Shell at Little Silver Lake, Gull Island, Pleasure Park, and recreation spaces. Places of WorshipChurches, faith communities, and religious organizations serving residents and visitors. Clubs & OrganizationsChamber of Commerce, lodges, veterans groups, condominium associations, and community organizations. Sports & LeisureJenkinson's Boardwalk, Jenkinson's Aquarium, fishing boats, parasailing, scuba, mini golf, fitness, and attractions. Business & ShoppingDowntown shops, boardwalk businesses, visitor services, galleries, professional services, and shore retail. Food & DrinkRestaurants, seafood, boardwalk food, cafés, bars, nightlife, ice cream, and family dining. Real EstateBeach homes, condos, rentals, agencies, waterfront properties, and housing resources. Visiting & LodgingHotels, motels, beach trips, boardwalk visits, attractions, and visitor planning. ClassifiedsCommunity listings, rentals, services, announcements, events, jobs, and local opportunities. JobsTourism jobs, restaurants, hospitality, boardwalk attractions, retail, fishing, and seasonal employment.

Point Pleasant Beach Town Directory

Government

Point Pleasant Beach
416 New Jersey Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-892-1118

Departments

Borough Administrator 732-892-8770

Construction Official 732-899-3306

Court Administrator 732-899-1636

Fire - 911
(Non-Emergency) 732-892-0500

First Aid - 911
(Non-Emergency) 732-892-0500

Health Department 732-892-1118 Ext 217

Library -

Office of Emergency Management (OEM) 732-892-0500

Police - 911
(Non-emergency) 732-892-0500

Public Works 732-899-0705

Recreation

Senior Citizens

Tax Collector's Office 732-892-0435

Tax Assessor 732-892-5060

Education

Board of Education
Point Pleasant Beach School District
299 Cooks Lane
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-899-8840

PTA

Gerald Antrim Elementary School K - 8
401 Niblick Street
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-899-3737

Point Pleasant Beach High School 9 - 12
700 Trenton Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-899-1817

Private schools

Central United Methodist Learning
729 Arnold Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-899-7729 ‎

Point Beach Prep Preschool
700 Bay Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-701-9900 ‎

St Peter's School
415 Atlantic Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
732-892-1260 ‎

Arts & Entertainment

Art

Cooking

Dance

Martial Arts

Music

Performing Arts

Theaters

Clubs and Organizations

Historic Places

Historical Society

Point Pleasant Historical Museum
416 New Jersey Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-892-3091 ‎

Parks

Places of Worship

Sports & Leisure

Amusement

Baseball

Boating

Bowling

Diving Instruction

Gymnastics

Hockey

Mini-Golf

Physical Fitness

Soccer

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