Beach Time at Monmouth Beach, Sea Bright and Long Branch

There’s no place like home … except maybe for the beach. During peak summer seasons in the late 1960s, the three North NJ shore towns combined had more than 30 beach clubs. Generations of local families have enjoyed the sun and fun — making for lasting memories. The following photo-essay captures some of the beach life through the years at the clubs in Sea Bright (and Highland Beach), Monmouth Beach and Long Branch. Enjoy:

• Long Branch: City of Beach Clubs

• Monmouth Beach Bathing Pavilion: 100+ Years of Cool Breezes

• Sea Bright: Boro of Beach Clubs

• Highland Beach: Grand Playground of the Past

• Monmouth Beach Club: Shore Solitude

• Sandy Hook: Millions of Sun Worshipers