Somers Point, New Jersey 

Somers Point, which was originally known as Somerset Plantation dating back to the late 17th century, is a small bayside community consisting of 4 square miles. It became a borough in 1886. Today it is a thriving city and is the doorway to Ocean City, with its great beaches and fun boardwalk. A new 4 lane bridge is in the works to repair and replace the bridge that links these two cities.  Longport is also linked to Somers Point on its north side....and from there you have access to Atlantic City with its nightlife and casinos, Atlantic City is 7 miles from Somers Point. Somers Point is situated on the Great Egg Harbor Bay (named because of the large number of bird eggs found by early explorers) and because of this location, vacationers and residents can enjoy a variety of water activities.

Boating, fishing and water skiing are the among the favorites. Additional attractions include Kennedy Park overlooking the bay, public boat ramps, boat rentals, docks, excursions etc all along the coast. Most residents and vacationers usually swim in Ocean City which is just across the bridge. However, Somers Point does have a protected beach. Speaking of bridges, there are three bridges that connect Somers Point to other resorts and municipalities.

There are numerous activities for all as Somers Point has great recreational facilities. There are 8 baseball/softball fields, 1 football field, 2 street hockey courts, various basketball and tennis courts and best of all a bicycle path that runs the full length of this city. There are also many other activities to enjoy including 2 theater Playhouses that put on extremely good shows for being amateurs plus there are theaters, movies, shopping and fabulous restaurants. You can check out golf courses in the area plus there are privately owned golf courses, swimming and tennis clubs available to its members in this city.

Somers Point is a year round community and boasts one of the finest school districts in the area. It is home to a great medical community with its center point being Shore Memorial Hospital. Somers Point was recently recognized as one of the "up and coming" places for second homes.

There is also great entertainment throughout the spring and summer season. One of the best is the Bay Fest in the Spring. There are concerts to enjoy on the beach throughout the summer and Good Old Days Picnic in September. The many fine restaurants offer dining, drinking and great music to keep the Point open year ‘round.

These restaurants and nightclubs have promoted the area as a popular, chic residential neighborhood community with fine schools and public services. The Point’s enhanced Historic Bay District has turned the area into a waterfront gem that’s unique to the Jersey Shore and beneficial to both business and residents alike.

While Somers Point continues to grow and change with the times, it still retains the simple grace, classic character and “Small town charm on the bay” that makes it so appealing to residents and visitors alike.

Welcome to this great town of Somers Point!

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