Belmar Travel Guide

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Belmar, a charming township located in the state of New Jersey, offers visitors a delightful blend of sun, sand, and a vibrant seaside atmosphere. Nestled along the Jersey Shore, Belmar is renowned for its beautiful beaches, lively boardwalk, and a wide range of recreational activities.

One of the main attractions in Belmar is its pristine coastline, which stretches for miles and boasts soft golden sands. Visitors can relax on the beach, soak up the sun, and take refreshing dips in the Atlantic Ocean. Belmar's beaches are also well-known for their excellent surfing conditions, attracting both beginners and seasoned surfers alike. For those looking to learn, there are numerous surf schools and rental shops available.

Adjacent to the beach, Belmar's boardwalk is a lively hub of activity. Here, visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll, rent bicycles, or rollerblade along the wide wooden promenade. The boardwalk is lined with a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, offering something for everyone. Indulge in delicious local seafood, browse through unique boutiques, or enjoy live music performances during the summer months.

Sports enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to stay active in Belmar. The town boasts several parks and recreational facilities, including basketball and tennis courts, soccer fields, and playgrounds. Fishing enthusiasts can cast their lines off the Belmar Marina, where they can also charter boats for deep-sea fishing excursions.

For a taste of the town's history and cultural heritage, visitors can explore the Belmar Arts Council. This community-based organization hosts a variety of art exhibitions, workshops, and events throughout the year. It also features a gallery showcasing the work of local artists, providing an insight into the vibrant artistic scene of the area.

Belmar's calendar is packed with exciting events and festivals, drawing visitors from near and far. The annual New Jersey Seafood Festival is a highlight, offering a delectable array of fresh seafood dishes, live music, and fun activities for the whole family. The St. Patrick's Day Parade, held in March, is another highly anticipated event, attracting thousands of revelers to celebrate Irish culture and heritage.

Alternative names: Population: 5.7 thous.Area: 1.62 mi²Elevation: 13 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°10'43"N, 74°1'33"W

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Belmar Attractions - What to See and Explore

Belmar offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Wall Stadium, Shark River Draw, Belmar Public Library. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Arenas and stadiums • Racetrack • Sport venue
Wall Stadium
Wall Stadium is a 1/3-mile, high banked paved oval track in Wall Township, New Jersey, United States. The track opened to the public in the spring of 1950 and has operated for at least a part of every year since. The track was an early home to racing stars Ray Evernham, Jr. and the Truex family of Martin Sr. Martin Jr. and Ryan Truex.
Bridge • Belmar
Shark River Draw
Shark River Draw is a moveable bridge over the Shark River Inlet, an inlet at the mouth of the Shark River in the towns of Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea Monmouth County, New Jersey United States just west of the Atlantic Ocean.
Library • Belmar
Belmar Public Library
The Belmar Public Library is the public library of Belmar, New Jersey located at 517 10th Avenue. The library circulates about 15,000 items annually from its collection of 32,000 volumes.

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Belmar – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Belmar, it's worth seeing attractions such as: FirstEnergy Park (Lakewood), Fort Hancock (Gateway National Recreation Area), Sandy Hook Light (Gateway National Recreation Area).

11 milesSW
Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport venue
FirstEnergy Park, Lakewood
ShoreTown Ballpark is a stadium in Lakewood, New Jersey. It is primarily used for baseball and is the home field of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws High-A East baseball team, affiliated with the Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball team. It is also used for outdoor concerts, featuring touring musical artists such as Bob Dylan.
20 milesN
Historical place, Museum, Military museum
Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area
Fort Hancock is a former United States Army fort at Sandy Hook in Middletown Township New Jersey. The coastal artillery base defended the Atlantic coast and the entrance to New York Harbor, with its first gun batteries operational in 1896.
20 milesN
Historical place, Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Sandy Hook Light, Gateway National Recreation Area
The Sandy Hook Lighthouse, located about one and a half statute miles inland from the tip of Sandy Hook, New Jersey, is the oldest working lighthouse in the United States. It was designed and built on June 11, 1764 by Isaac Conro.
3.4 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concert hall
Asbury Park Convention Hall, Asbury Park
Asbury Park Convention Hall is a 3,600-seat indoor exhibition center located on the boardwalk and on the beach in Asbury Park, Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States.
29 milesNW
Botanical garden, Park
Rutgers Gardens, New Brunswick
Rutgers Gardens is the official botanic garden of Rutgers University, located on the outskirts of Cook Campus, at 112 Ryders Lane, North Brunswick, New Jersey.

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Best Time To Visit Belmar

Learn when is the best time to travel to Belmar weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Belmar?

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What is the best time to visit Belmar?

June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.