Nestled between Sandy Hook Bay beaches and Hartshorne woods, Highlands rests on the northern tip of the Jersey shore. Highlands offers residents expansive views of the New York City skyline and the Atlantic Ocean. Less than an hour from Manhattan, Highlands is accessible to the city via the Seastreak Ferry or major roadways.
Highlands is home to a variety of eclectic cuisine. Waterfront restaurants such as Bahrs Landing Seafood Restaurant and Marina, Windansea, and Inlet Café are popular seafood joints while food trucks like Dump-N-Roll are on the rise. Numerous annual events draw the Highlands community together, including the Taste of Highlands, Seaport Craft Show, Clamfest, Oktoberfest, and Zombie Parade and Pub Crawl.
