Tuckerton, borough in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States
Tuckerton is a small town in Ocean County, New Jersey, located at the tip of the county by the bay with a long history as a working port. The town has old buildings, a 40-acre Seaport complex with boat building, galleries, and restored houses, plus several marinas and an active port where various vessels still come and go.
Tuckerton was officially named in 1789 after being known by various names reflecting its roots in water-based work. It was an early destination for summer leisure and developed into a busy port for shipping and goods trade, with its maritime importance continuing today in the working docks and restored buildings of the Seaport complex.
The name Tuckerton comes from a time when the place had other names - Middle-of-the-Shore, Clamtown, and Fishtown - all reflecting its strong connection to water. Today you can see this maritime heritage in the old buildings, the working port, and the craft traditions like decoy carving that visitors can still watch at places such as the Tuckerton Seaport.
Visitors can walk the old streets and explore small shops selling local products and fresh seafood, or rent a kayak to explore the calm bay waters. Parks and trails run through the town offering easy ways to enjoy the surroundings, while the Tuckerton Seaport with boat rides and craft classes is a good place for guided exploration.
The town is home to Rutgers University Marine Field Station, where scientists study fish and their habitats near Little Egg Inlet, one of the least altered estuaries on the east coast. This research facility offers visitors interested in science a chance to join research projects and see how scientists work in this pristine water landscape.
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