Point Pleasant Beach


 Point Pleasant Beach was a land that was originally inhabited by the Leni Lanape Indians for several hundred years before the “white man” discovered it. In 1870 a man by the name of Captain John Arnold realized its potential as a resort community and started the construction a roadway to the ocean that is now known as Arnold Avenue.
In 1875 he was responsible for establishing the town’s first bridge over the Manasquan River to Brielle and some years latter he persuaded the Central Jersey Railroad to come through Point Pleasant Beach.

In 1877 The Point Pleasant Land Company bought out local farms and began construction on The Resort House.

The luxurious four stories Resort House with 200 guest rooms was the largest building in town and attracted many tourists. After this resort was in full swing several other grand hotels were built in this area. None of the original hotels are still standing; they have either been burnt down or disassembled for scrap wood during WWII. The original board walk was even destroyed two years after being built due to substandard construction it was an easy target for the ocean to wash away.

Even though the town was nearly in ruins, it somehow managed to still thrive as a popular resort community and went forward in developing and rebuilding. Today Point Pleasant Beach is a prosperous beach resort town with visitors from around the world. The attractions of things to do while in Point Pleasant Beach are endless, located in or around the town are world class amusement parks, casinos, and historical sites.

Among the list of poplar thing to do in Point Pleasant Beach are scuba diving, spear fishing, and wreck diving. They have private trainers in this area that will help you learn the sport of scuba diving and can give you more information on wreck diving and spear fishing. Another well-liked attraction is the Seafood Festival at Point Pleasant Beach. At the end of each summer this town puts together a larger festival where you can enjoy many seafood dishes, homemade arts and crafts, and listen to live entertainment from local musicians.

With the purchase of a beach badge you can access the public beach on the southern end of town on Ocean Ave. Here you can sit back and sunbathe on the white sandy beach or swim in the Atlantic Ocean. If surfing is what you have in mind you can go to “The Pocket” in the inlet to watch or partake in this spectator sport.

To refuel after a full day of playing in the sun check out the many restaurants that Point Pleasant Beach had to offer. Tesauro’s Restaurant is known in this town for their fine Italian cuisine at reasonably prices. They are located at 104 Broadway and you can access their web site at www.tesaurosrestaurant.com. If you’re in the mood for seafood check out Captain Ed’s or Clark’s Landing. At Kelly’s you can dine while overlooking the Manasquan Inlet or at Europa South on Arnold Ave you can enjoy Spanish cooking. Where ever you choose to eat in this town it’s bound to be an unforgettable dining experience.

For lodging accommodations, Amethyst’s Beach Motel offers an affordable seaside stay experience. Here they will serve a complimentary continental breakfast every morning by the poolside. Their location is by the boardwalk, beach, and amusement areas and directly across from Silver Lake Park and Point Pleasant Beach Band Shell. At Point Pleasant Beach Motel you can access their web site at mailto:rooms@amethystresort.com to make reservations or for more information. This hotel is family-owned and operated and open all year round. Its location is only a short walk to nearby restaurants, pubs and attractions.

Directions: From the north take Garden State Parkway to exit 98 to get on route 34 south. This will become Route 35 south. Follow 35 South over bride into Point Pleasant Beach.