Quick Summary:

  • Scenically nestled along the beautiful New Jersey coastline, the pretty town of Spring Lake is a popular vacation destination.
  • Here you can take a trip down memory lane as you stroll along shady avenues to admire gracious holiday homes which date back to Victorian times.
  • The town takes its name from the fresh-water spring-fed lake which lies in the center of old downtown, surrounded by a lovely park where you can enjoy walking and bird watching.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Spring Lake Theatre Company ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Spring Lake Theatre Company | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
© Spring Lake Theatre Company

2. Pedego Electric Bikes Spring Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Pedego Electric Bikes Spring Lake | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
© Pedego Electric Bikes Spring Lake

3. Jean Louise Homemade Candies

Jean Louise Homemade Candies | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
© Jean Louise Homemade Candies

4. Divine Park

Category: Activities
Divine Park | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
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5. Dune Doughnuts and Bagels

Category: Food & Drink
Dune Doughnuts and Bagels | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
© Dune Doughnuts and Bagels

6. Wreck Pond

Wreck Pond | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
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7. St. Catherine’s Catholic Church

St. Catherine’s Catholic Church | Things to Do in Spring Lake, New Jersey
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Spring Lake is 1 hr 20 min (62.7 miles via Garden State Pkwy S) from NYC:


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