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12 Reasons To Love Stone Harbor

And it's not just the free fudge samples.

Grace Hagan
Jun 21, 2016
University of Dayton
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12 Reasons To Love Stone Harbor
Ann Delaney

Stone Harbor is a quiet gem snuggled along the coast in southern New Jersey. I've been going to Stone Harbor for as long as I can remember. It's a wonderful place. I'm often torn between telling people about all about Stone Harbor and keeping it a secret. Unlike other beach towns in the area, Stone Harbor remains an unspoiled beauty that isn't consumed with the placelessness of vacation destinations. Here are a few of the many things to love about Stone Harbor.

1. Kohr's custard

It's a good day when the most pressing question is: rainbow or chocolate jimmies?

2. Great guarded beaches

The beach is always pristine, and the top-notch lifeguards give all beach goers peace of mind.

3. Bike friendly streets

In Stone Harbor, safe bike lanes allow everyone (from die-hard road bikers to tots with training wheels) to pedal along to their heart's content.

4. Bustling downtown

After dinner, everyone heads downtown to Stone Harbor's cozy, bustling downtown. Happy walkers line the streets with shopping bags and ice cream cones in hand.

5. Springer's

A Stone Harbor tradition. Often a long wait, but the most dedicated Springer's lover isn't phased by the wait at all.

6. Fudge Kitchen


Some may say that heroes wear capes, but in Stone Harbor, they wear white pants and a navy blue polo. The workers at the Fudge Kitchen, with their free samples, have been delighting Stone Harbor visitors for decades.

7. Wetland's Institute

A wonderful place to go, rain or shine. On sunny days, nothing is as beautiful as a kayak session exploring the wetlands or a salt marsh safari. Perfect for children or children at heart.

8. Bird sanctuary

The bird sanctuary towards the end of the island is a peaceful retreat for birds and humans alike. It's great for walks, exploring and good old fashioned thinking.

9. Nun's beach

Marked by the huge pearly white Villa Maria convent, Nun's beach is a destination for the surf savvy. Surfers and sisters unite under Nun's beach's catchphrase: pray for surf. Also, it's always fun to see the new Nun's beach t-shirt design each year.

10. Kayaking around the island

Whether ocean kayaking or paddling around the many bays, Stone Harbor is a great place for those with an oar in their hand and a sense of adventure in their heart.

11. The Sunday market

Summertime in Stone Harbor means the Sunday farmer's market at the water tower. Not only can you get Jersey fresh fruits and veggies, you can also grab a post-church breakfast of hot donuts, crepes, fresh juices or scones.

12. Summer concert series

Tuesdays at the Tower brings great music and fun vibes to Stone Harbor. Grab your beach chairs and enjoy a magical, musical evening.

Stone Harbor: a little slice of coastal heaven in south Jersey.

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