Corson's Inlet State Park offers a peaceful, mostly unspoiled retreat just seven miles from the crowded Ocean City boardwalk.

When the weather is nice, it feels like everyone is descending on the Jersey Shore to get in their last bits of fun in the sun. I know I've certainly found myself there many times! That means that 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 that Ocean City is less than seven miles away from a remote state park in New Jersey that feels like another world from the packed Jersey Shore. It might be one of our favorite state parks in New Jersey.

Corson's Inlet State Park is a peaceful retreat situated on an isolated peninsula that extends into the ocean, and it remains largely unspoiled by tourists and development. You might see some other beachgoers, but by and large, you'll be spending this time alone in nature, along with some fascinating animals and even an endangered species. So when you want to beat the crowds, head to this remote state park in New Jersey and discover just how peaceful the shore can be.

Ocean City is a blast during the summer season, but sometimes you need to get creative in order to beat the crowds. Around seven miles south, on a peaceful peninsula, you'll find one of the best state parks in New Jersey: Corson's Inlet State Park.

A mostly unspoiled beach paradise, this is a small state park that feels a million miles away from the crowds of the popular beaches. It is one of those New Jersey state parks where you can really spread out and relax. If you want to get a little bit of exercise, you'll have plenty of room to walk around, by the water, which is ringed by foliage.

There are also small hiking trails around the beach if you want to take a break from sunning at one of the best state parks in New Jersey.

Dogs are welcome at this small state park, as long as they're leashed and during certain times of the year. Note that dogs are not allowed from April 1 through September 15.

They're not the only animals you'll see here. This is a natural paradise, and visitors from the water at Corson's Inlet State Park are common sightings. The camouflage of this crab against the sand is quite impressive!

The beach is also home to two endangered species - the small bird known as the piping plover, as well as seabeach amaranth, a native plant.

There is no doubt that this is one of the best state parks in New Jersey. This spot is a beautiful and peaceful place, and it's even more stunning when the sun sets.

You can find out more about the park on the official New Jersey government website for Corson's Inlet State Park.

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