Ready to have the most “New Jersey” day ever? Take this road trip from the Hudson Highlands down to the Delaware Bay, and you’ll get to enjoy a whole lot of Jersey gems.
See some of our favorite places in the Garden State along this diverse road trip that’s all about New Jersey.
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This road trip starts early, because it’s time to catch the sunrise at Wyanokie High Point.
AllTrails / John Murray This overlook in Norvin Green State Forest might take a bit of work to summit, but it’s one of the best places to see the sun rising high above Manhattan Island and touching New Jersey for the first time. Wyanokie Hi Point, Wanaque, NJ 07465, USA
Take a short detour to see the Great Falls in Paterson. This area is a National Historical Park and one of the most impressive wonders in New Jersey.
Flickr / maxmaria Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, 72 McBride Ave Ext, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
After a brisk morning walk, it’s time for the best New Jersey breakfast. New Brunswick is home to Hole In The Wall Bagels, where you can get your pork roll, egg, and cheese - or just a bagel with a schmear. You can’t go wrong.
Facebook / Hole In The Wall Bagels Hole In The Wall Bagels, 25 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Next up, head down to Freehold. The hometown of New Jersey legend Bruce Springsteen is also home to another legend… Delicious Orchards.
Facebook / Delicious Orchards Delicious Orchards, 320 NJ-34, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, USA
This bakery here turns out the best pies and cider donuts in the state.
Facebook / Delicious Orchards They also offer a big selection of gourmet groceries and pre-made meals.
Time to walk off those donuts. You’ll love a visit to Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, on the Atlantic Ocean.
Flickr / Peter Miller Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, 208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006, USA
If you want more time to wander, Double Trouble State Park isn’t too far away. This historic former cranberry bog is worth a visit.
Flickr / Hypnotica Studios Double Trouble State Park, 581 Pinewald Keswick Rd, Bayville, NJ 08721, USA
Did all that walking work up your appetite again? South we go, to Sea Isle City and Hank Sauce.
Facebook / Hank Sauce Hank Sauce, 8605 Landis Ave, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243, USA
Hank Sauce started out as a hot sauce company, but they’ve grown to become one of the best casual restaurants at the shore. Try the pinchos, burgers (with hank-a-q), or the wings. Yum!
Facebook / Hank Sauce
After a delicious meal, it’s time to end your day the way you started it - by watching the sun.
Flickr / KayVee Photos Sunset Beach in Cape May is one of the most scenic spots to catch the sunset, and you’ll feel at peace after a relaxing drive through the gorgeous Garden State. Sunset Beach, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
Do you plan to take any New Jersey road trips this year? What’s on your bucket list?
Google Maps
Click HERE for an interactive map!
AllTrails / John Murray
This overlook in Norvin Green State Forest might take a bit of work to summit, but it’s one of the best places to see the sun rising high above Manhattan Island and touching New Jersey for the first time.
Wyanokie Hi Point, Wanaque, NJ 07465, USA
Flickr / maxmaria
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, 72 McBride Ave Ext, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
Facebook / Hole In The Wall Bagels
Hole In The Wall Bagels, 25 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Facebook / Delicious Orchards
Delicious Orchards, 320 NJ-34, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, USA
They also offer a big selection of gourmet groceries and pre-made meals.
Flickr / Peter Miller
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, 208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006, USA
Flickr / Hypnotica Studios
Double Trouble State Park, 581 Pinewald Keswick Rd, Bayville, NJ 08721, USA
Facebook / Hank Sauce
Hank Sauce, 8605 Landis Ave, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243, USA
Flickr / KayVee Photos
Sunset Beach in Cape May is one of the most scenic spots to catch the sunset, and you’ll feel at peace after a relaxing drive through the gorgeous Garden State.
Sunset Beach, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
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