Funtown's ferris wheel, lopsided and twisted but still standing following Hurricane Sandy, was torn down in April as its owners continued the lenghty cleanup of the destroyed amusement pier.
The pier, which sits on the border of Seaside Heights and Seaside Park, suffered significant damage during the late-October storm, perhaps even more than Casino Pier, who lost much of its upper deck, including most of its rides.
Though Jenkinson's officials have vowed to reopen Casino Pier by this summer, Funtown's tourist season is likely lost. Ownership has said it would like to welcome visitors back next summer, however.
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But still, if deciding on a beach to enjoy on the barrier island, Seaside Park offers quiet surroundings with a short jaunt to get to nightlife. Head to the boards for a scenic walk. The high dunes and acres of beachfront are there for you to enjoy.
Seasonal beach badges for Seaside Park are $50 until June 14, $55 as of June 15. Seasonal badges for seniors 65 and older cost $20. Weekly badges are $35 while daily are $10.
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Pre-season beach badges can be purchased at the Seaside Park Police Department located at 6th and Central Avenues. Badge sale hours are Monday through Wednesday and Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cash or check only.
Badges can also be purchased at the Bathhouse on the corner of ‘N Street’ and Ocean Avenue Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The beach opens and is staffed with lifeguards on Memorial Day weekend. Lifeguards are on duty weekends only until mid-June, when daily staffing begins. Restrooms are located at the bathhouse.
Metered parking is available in lots along the oceanfront and certain streets. Beginning May 16, meters are enforced 24 hours daily. Lot 1 is located on North Ocean Avenue between Farragut and Stockton Avenues. Cars are allowed up to 7 1/2 hours of parking time. Meters in lot 1 accept quarters and dollar coins. Lots 2 and 3, as well as street meters accept only quarters and have a maximum parking time of 4 hours. All parking spots in town cost $1.50 per hour. Be sure to read the signs. Certain spots require head-in parking.
No dogs are allowed on the beach or boardwalk.
For more beach information, call 732-793-3700.
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