Asbury Park Beach Named 2nd Best In America By Money Mag

You won't believe what Money Magazine says is the second best beach in America.

And it's right here in New Jersey.

Ahead of California.

Ahead of Texas.

And even ahead of Florida – well, except for one Florida beach.

It's Asbury Park, the famous rock-and-roll home of Bruce Springsteen and many others (heck, he even named an album after the town).

Yes, Money Magazine put the old-fashioned resort town ahead of all those other resorts because it offers something Florida and California don't.

Forget the rainy weather and the winter freeze. Money Magazine says this:

"Made famous by Bruce Springsteen, Asbury Park offers the classic combo of beach and boardwalk. Surfers can be seen riding the waves on this mile-long stretch of the Jersey Shore."

The magazine offered seven American beaches that include "sandy retreats, breaks surfers will love, lush foliage-hidden escapes, and kid-friendly options with boardwalk games."

"The one thing they share: All offer that ideal mix of waterfront amenities and affordability," the magazine said.

Money weighed "thousands of data points" for more than 250 popular beach spots across the country to narrow the list.

The magazine notes that Asbury Park, like almost all Jersey Shore beaches (but really nowhere else!), requires a pass (weekdays $5/weekends $7).

"If the the sun isn’t cooperating, while away time with a host of nearby family-friendly activities, including the Silverball Museum Arcade (no quarters needed, passes sold staring at $10), which showcases hundreds of antique pinball games."

It also points to The Stone Pony, one of the area’s biggest music venues that puts on an annual Summer Stage concert series. This summer’s lineup includes New Found Glory, Boy George and the Culture Club, and Billy Currington.

"Restaurants and shops are open late for the monthly 'First Saturday Asbury Park.' Swing by Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten for a beer (over 50 on tap) or take in the sunsets from the rooftop bar Salvation (part of The Asbury hotel)."

To see the whole list, go here.