Toms River

Toms River is the county seat of Ocean County, New Jersey. It is a few miles west of the beaches of the Jersey Shore Region, midway between New York and Philadelphia and a short distance from Atlantic City. Toms River is easy to get to by car as the Garden State Parkway bisects the town, and it is served by express bus service to and from New York City.

See: 18
Do: 78
Eat: 316
Drink: 46
Buy: 29

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Timed, planned outings built around a specific moment: a sunset, a view, a walk worth doing in order.

Evening
Golden Hour at Bey Lea
Start with the late afternoon light before the evening crowds arrive.
15 October · 120 min
Sunset
Cattus Island Sunset Stroll
Grab a snack before heading to the water’s edge as the sun dips below Silver Bay.
sunset · 60 min
Daytime
Toms River Afternoon: History, Donuts, and Ice Cream
A relaxed loop through downtown Toms River, starting with local history and ending with a sweet treat.
none · 90 min
Sunset
Golden Light on Silver Bay
Catch the late afternoon glow over the water before the sun dips below the horizon.
sunset · 150 min
Sunset
Golden Hour at Insectropolis
Watch the sun dip below the horizon while surrounded by the quiet hum of the insect museum.
16:14 · 90 min
Evening
Sunset Walk at Cattus Island
A short evening walk to catch the sun dipping below the bay.
sunset · 90 min