Fall Escapes in New Jersey

In the hectic New York metropolitan area, you can very well allow the summer go by without making a single, solitary weekend escape. But that doesn't mean you have to wait until next year. In fact, fall is probably the best season to visit most places in New Jersey. Here are some great fall escapes in New Jersey.

Now that the crowds are gone and the beach is free, why not pay a visit to Point Pleasant Beach. Vacancies are finally available in the area, and all the riff raff has finally gone home. The weather is still willing to allow you some long, leisurely walks along the boardwalk, and you can even find some time to sit and lounge on the beach. The town itself is quaint and charming, and the area is replete with fine restaurants. Point Pleasant Beach is a welcoming spot to make a weekend or week-long fall escape. With few crowds and little noise, it is a great spot for a retreat. So take some time off and settle in and write or read or spend some time with your family or friends in Central New Jersey at Point Pleasant Beach.

If you want a little extra activity, plan a fall escape to Atlantic City. Whether you enjoy frequenting casinos or fine dining and live entertainment, Atlantic City offers something for everyone. Take a stroll along Atlantic City's world-famous boardwalk, play some slots and card games, then dine at one of the city's classic or contemporary resorts. Just about two and a half hours from New York City, Atlantic City is a favorite for those who aren't in the mood to fly to Las Vegas. And with all the ridiculous delays the airlines have been experiencing, Atlantic City is more appealing for residents of New Jersey than ever.

If Atlantic City isn't your thing, pack your bags and head to Wildwood. This town is booming during the summer, but is quiet as a tomb come Labor Day. And what better way to make a fall escape than with a quiet retreat. You can relax all day and consort with townies all night.

And perhaps the best fall escape of all is New Jersey's Historic Smithville and Village Greene. Open every day of the year except Christmas and New Years, Historic Smithville is just perfect in the fall. You can dine at a wonderful restaurant and browse an array of quaint shops, while soaking in the historic atmosphere.