Ocean County, County in New Jersey, United States.
Ocean County spans 915 square miles along the Atlantic coast, featuring extensive shorelines, flat coastal areas, and numerous residential communities throughout its territory.
The New Jersey Legislature officially established Ocean County on February 15, 1850, incorporating portions of Monmouth County and later adding Little Egg Harbor Township from Burlington County.
The county maintains multiple educational institutions, including Ocean County College and Georgian Court University, which serve the academic needs of over 637,000 residents.
Visitors can reach Ocean County through NJ Transit bus routes, rail service on the North Jersey Coast Line, or major highways connecting to Philadelphia and New York City.
Ocean County contains Six Flags Great Adventure, Seaside Heights, Long Beach Island, and Point Pleasant Beach, making it a primary destination for coastal recreation.
Location: New Jersey
Inception: 1850
Capital city: Toms River
Shares border with: Monmouth County, Atlantic County, Burlington County
Website: https://co.ocean.nj.us
GPS coordinates: 39.87000,-74.25000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:16
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Six Flags Great Adventure
33.9 km
Haunted Castle
33.9 km
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El Toro
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Nitro
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Georgian Court University
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Jersey Devil Coaster
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Green Lantern
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Star Jet
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Barnegat Lighthouse
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Rolling Thunder
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Batman & Robin: The Chiller
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Hangar No. 1, Lakehurst Naval Air Station
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Jet Star
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Ultra Twister
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Hydrus
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Harley Quinn Crazy Train
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Allaire Village
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