Kick Off New Year With Scenic Walk At Island Beach State Park

ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK, NJ — Looking for a beautiful and healthy way to kick off the new year? The Friends of Island Beach State Park are hosting a "First Day Hike" for 2023 where you can stroll down the scenic beach.

Held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Jan. 1, 2023, the walk is about one mile out and back, but the Friends of IBSP say you can turn back any time.

Weather permitting, the hike will be followed by a bonfire and smores.

"Winter is a great time to experience the natural beauty of the IBSP!" the Friends of IBSP said.

For more information and registration, click here.

Walking on the beach not your thing? Double Trouble State Park is also hosting a First Day Hike, a one-and-a-half mile jaunt along the Mill Pond Trail and Cedar Creek.