The best things to do in Ocean County

15 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Eagle Ridge Golf Club

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Craving some Carolinas vibes without leaving Ocean County, Eagle Ridge Golf Club brings pristine conditions on a course voted Best in Ocean…

2 Augusta Blvd (Lakewood) · ✓ checked Jul 29

“Craving some Carolinas vibes without leaving Ocean County, Eagle Ridge Golf Club brings pristine conditions on a course voted Best in Ocean County, plus a relaxed post-round at The Hut. Hit their year-round Golf Academy for lessons and clinics so your next swing actually listens.”

We Rock the Spectrum

Entertainment

Ocean County parents, We Rock the Spectrum Waretown is your sensory-friendly indoor playground with swings, slides, toys, climb-on fun,…

299 US-9 #4 (Waretown) · ✓ checked Jul 29

“Ocean County parents, We Rock the Spectrum Waretown is your sensory-friendly indoor playground with swings, slides, toys, climb-on fun, plus an arts and crafts corner. Pop in for Open Play, or line up a class or birthday party this week, all in a welcoming, truly inclusive setting.”

From the Ocean County newsletter, August 3, 2026

SeaSpray Park

Entertainment

Kids' water park featuring sea-themed splash pads and a playground, plus slides.

1800 Boardwalk (Seaside Park)

“Kids' water park featuring sea-themed splash pads and a playground, plus slides.”

Jenkinson's Aquarium

Entertainment

Intimate aquarium with exhibits of fish, coral reefs, penguins, sharks & other marine life.

300 Ocean Ave (Point Pleasant Beach)

“Intimate aquarium with exhibits of fish, coral reefs, penguins, sharks & other marine life.”

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Cedar Creek Golf Course

Entertainment

Police-affiliated golf course that's highly rated and features a long, old-school layout.

489 Forest Hills Pkwy (Bayville)

“Police-affiliated golf course that's highly rated and features a long, old-school layout.”

Ocean County Golf Course at Atlantis

Entertainment

Meticulously maintained par-72 championship course by George Fazio, with a full-service restaurant.

261 Country Club Blvd (Little Egg Harbor Township)

“Meticulously maintained par-72 championship course by George Fazio, with a full-service restaurant.”

Metedeconk National Golf Club

Entertainment

Private, 27-hole golf course with a practice facility, plus a clubhouse and dining options.

50 Hannah Hill Rd (Jackson Township)

“Private, 27-hole golf course with a practice facility, plus a clubhouse and dining options.”

Pine Barrens Golf Club

Entertainment

Membership-only golf club featuring a well-rated course with hot dogs served at the turn.

540 S Hope Chapel Rd (Jackson Township)

“Membership-only golf club featuring a well-rated course with hot dogs served at the turn.”

Bey Lea Golf Course

Entertainment

Lush 18-hole golf course open to residents & non-residents, with gas carts & locker rentals.

1536 N Bay Ave (Toms River)

“Lush 18-hole golf course open to residents & non-residents, with gas carts & locker rentals.”

LBI National Golf & Resort

Entertainment

Golf venue and hotel with a 18-hole course (for all skill levels), a practice range and pro shop.

99 Golf View Dr (Little Egg Harbor Township)

“Golf venue and hotel with a 18-hole course (for all skill levels), a practice range and pro shop.”

Thundering Surf Adventure Golf

Entertainment

Family-friendly putting course featuring 36 holes, 2 par courses and a waterfall.

300 Taylor Ave (Beach Haven)

“Family-friendly putting course featuring 36 holes, 2 par courses and a waterfall.”

Thundering Surf Waterpark

Entertainment

Large, seasonal entertainment venue featuring a water park, miniature golf course & casual eateries.

300 Taylor Ave (Beach Haven)

“Large, seasonal entertainment venue featuring a water park, miniature golf course & casual eateries.”

Island Mini Golf

Entertainment

Kids-friendly outdoor course featuring a pirate ship, spiderweb and other obstacles.

603 Long Beach Blvd (Surf City)

“Kids-friendly outdoor course featuring a pirate ship, spiderweb and other obstacles.”

Greenbriar Oceanaire Community & Golf Course

Entertainment

Golf course with an indoor pool, and a restaurant, plus activities such as bocce and pickleball.

1 Heritage Cir (Waretown)

“Golf course with an indoor pool, and a restaurant, plus activities such as bocce and pickleball.”

Lava Golf

Entertainment

Mini-golf facility with courses and props suitable for family fun.

602 Grand Central Ave (Lavallette)

“Mini-golf facility with courses and props suitable for family fun.”

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