AVALON’S CLAIM THAT IT IS “COOLER BY A MILE” results from the fact that it extends one mile further into the ocean than the other barrier islands. Avalon is a quiet, relaxing resort town. The white sandy beaches are not crowded and the ocean is clean and cool. Here you can enjoy walking in the water, splashing in the surf, building sandcastles by the water's edge or reading a good book. Or you can just sit with your feet in the water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the breaking waves and the seagulls as they soar overhead. Whatever your choice, this is where you want to be......

High dunes protect the  beaches.  By planting special grasses and natural foliage in these dunes, beach erosion has been minimal. The beaches are further protected by not allowing trespassing on them and by using walkways at the street ends to access the beach.  Beach tags are required here. Not only does Avalon pride itself on its beaches, but the town also has beautiful parks and playgrounds which is maintained by private citizens. There is always something to do in this town and their calendar of events is full of fun and exciting things for everyone in your family to enjoy.

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Upcoming Events

July

July 15 - Cape Harmonaires - 30th Street beach - 7 pm

July 17 - Contact Cape Atlantic Avalon 5 Mile Run - 8 am

July 17 - Beach Concert - Remedy - 30th Street Beach - 12-3 pm - FREE

July 24 - Mencini Scholarship Basketball Tournament

July 24 - Beach Concert - The Mighty Parro - 30th Street Beach - 12-3 pm - FREE

July 24 - Big Band Dance - Walt Wagner Orchestra - Avalon Community Hall, 30th Street Beach - 8 pm, $5 - BYOB

July 25 - Avalon Yacht Club 5K  Run

July 31 - Beach Concert - McHugh & Company - 30th Street Beach - 12 -3 pm - FREE

If you’re looking for a relaxing pastime during your stay, boating and fishing are highly recommended. You can surf fish or fish from the piers and jetties throughout town. The Avalon Sport Fishing Center- 14th and Ocean Drive is home port for charter boats. Then there is always my favorite pastime - shopping!

Avalon is very much like Stone Harbor except that there is a small half mile boardwalk by the beach. BICYCLES are permitted on the boardwalk ONLY between 5 AM & 10 AM. Motorized bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, and mopeds are NOT PERMITTED on the boardwalk at ANYTIME.

Because Wildwood is so close, there is no need to have the amusements that can be so easily found just a few miles away. Generally, Avalon seems to appeal to families and 30-somethings who are trying to find a quiet place along the Jersey Shore to call their own.

Avalon Elementary School is situated at 32nd Street and Ocean Drive - 967-7544 - other general information

Forget that diet for now and bring a hearty appetite to Avalon for there are many great restaurants and excellent accommodations. So come and enjoy Avalon.

Shopping in Avalon

Avalon Recreation Department- borough information