1. Ocean County formed in 1850.
2. County seat is Toms River.
3. Located along New Jersey’s coast.
4. Population exceeds 650,000 residents.
5. Toms River is the largest municipality.
6. Famous for the Jersey Shore.
7. Island Beach State Park protects coastal habitats.
8. Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is a historic lighthouse.
9. Six Flags Great Adventure attracts many visitors.
10. The Barnegat Bay supports marine life.
11. Tourism drives the local economy.
12. Fishing and boating are popular activities.
13. Long Beach Island attracts summer visitors.
14. The county has many barrier islands.
15. Pine forests cover western areas.
16. Pinelands National Reserve includes parts of Ocean.
17. Retirement communities are common.
18. Toms River hosts famous Halloween events.
19. The county has many beaches.
20. Maritime history shapes coastal communities.
21. Ocean County is New Jersey’s second-largest county by area.