1953 Map of Seaside Park

About this map

The Barnegat Peninsula stretches northward through this mid-century survey, showcasing a dense ribbon of coastal development between the Atlantic Ocean and Barnegat Bay. Communities like Seaside Heights and Seaside Park are clearly defined by their street grids and the long reach of the boardwalk along the shore. The transition from the urbanized resort areas to the undeveloped dunes of Island Beach State Park illustrates the shift in land use at the southern end of the barrier beach.