New Jersey Landmarks

New Jersey Tourist attractions, famous New Jersey landmarks and other New Jersey points of interest.

NPS photo by Ralph Eshelman, ca. 1995
Absecon Light is the fifth tallest lighthouse in the United States. Its beason was first lighted on January 15, 1857. Although it is no longer an active navigational aid, the light still shines every night.
The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, outside the Trump Taj Mahal.
At a combined length of approximately 5.75 miles (9.25 kilometers), the Atlantic City / Ventnor boardwalk is currently the longest boardwalk in the world. Strolling the boardwalk will take you past famous hotels, casinos and streets.
Barnegat Lighthouse, taken from a boat in Manahawkin Bay.
Barnegat Lighthouse, colloquially known as "Old Barney", is located on the northern tip of Long Beach Island. Situated along the Barnegat Inlet, it is the fourth tallest lighthouse in the United States.
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Bowcraft is a medium size family amusement park with a large selection of rides for children and teens.
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Navy Lakehurst, as it is collectively known, occupies 7412 acres in the million-acre Pinelands National Reserve in central New Jersey. It is also the site of the infamous 1937 crash of the Hindenburg.
Lucy the Elephant, July 2004
Lucy was in such bad shape in the 1960's that she was scheduled for demolition, but the "Save Lucy" campaign raised enough money to have her restored and moved to her present location. She became a National Historic Landmark in 1976.
A view of the west side of the State House, facing the Delaware River.
This is the second oldest state house in continuous legislative use in the United States. Unlike most capitols in the U.S., the building is shaped like a sideways H, with a golden dome over the cross-bar of the H.