Point Pleasant Beach, located on the Jersey Shore, has a long history as a seaside resort. Before settlers came to the area, the Leni Lenape Indians used the site as a beach playground of their own. Later, early residents began to develop the region, and popular boardinghouses sprung up all over.

It didn't take long to grow. In 1878, some enterprising young lawyers from Trenton bought the 250-acre Forman Farm, created the Point Pleasant Land Company, and built a large hotel and several bathhouses. It was then that the town was christened Point Pleasant. Soon, numerous lodgings were built, and in 1885, the town's first boardwalk was constructed.

Today, you'll find all the fanfare and excitement expected of a popular beach town. You can take part in the high season hoopla, or visit during the rest of the year just to unwind and enjoy the shore's quiet beauty.