It’s the last days of summer, and it feels like everyone is descending on the Jersey Shore to get in their last bits of fun in the sun. That means top boardwalks like Ocean City can be pretty crowded – and you might just need to get away from it all for a little while! The good news is, Ocean City is less than seven miles away from a remote state park in NJ that feels like another world from the packed Jersey Shore. Corson’s Inlet State Park is a peaceful retreat, located on an isolated peninsula sticking into the ocean, and it’s mostly unspoiled by tourists and development. You might see some other beachgoers, but by and large you’ll be spending this time in nature – along with some fascinating animals and even an endangered species! So when you want to beat the crowds, head to Corson’s Inlet State Park and discover just how peaceful the shore can be.

Ocean City is a blast during the summer season - but sometimes you need to beat the crowds.
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Around seven miles south, on a peaceful peninsula, you'll find Corson's Inlet State Park.
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A mostly unspoiled beach paradise, this is a small state park that feels a million miles away from the crowds of the popular beaches.
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You'll have plenty of room to hike, going just up to the water and ringed by foliage.
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There are also small hiking trails around the beach if you want to take a break from sunning.
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Dogs are welcome at this small state park, as long as they're leashed and during certain times of yer. Dogs are not allowed from April 1st, through September 15th.
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They're not the only animals you'll see here - this is a natural paradise, and visitors from the water are common.
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The beach is also home to two endangered species - the small bird known as the Piping Plover, as well as Seaside Amaranth, a native plant.
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It's such a beautiful and peaceful place - and it's even more stunning when the sun goes down!
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Have you visited Corson’s Inlet State Park near Ocean City? Tell us what you enjoyed at this remote state park in NJ in the comments section. You can find out more about the park on the official NJ government website. Make sure to bring your sunscreen, and for another relaxing retreat on the Jersey Shore, check out this Little Silver historic building.

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Corson's Inlet State Park, County Hwy 619, Ocean City, NJ 08214, USA