12 photos that show why Jersey Shore local summer is unmatched Erin Vogt Published: September 3, 2025 (Erin Vogt, Townsquare Media)

Following Labor Day weekend, there is a bustle back to early fall life in New Jersey . From school, to no more “summer Friday” attitudes at work.

And as fall sports kick into gear, it’s often a stepped-up time for other activities.

But for residents directly at the Jersey Shore — or even a short distance from the ocean and bay — there is the magical short season of local summer.

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As some Instagram users point out, parking is easy (and free street parking might be easier to find).

Beach admission is free, too.

It bears stressing that no lifeguards are on duty, so swimming

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