My parents will not miss a weekend in LBI in the fall, after the crowds have left. We used to be down there all winter long, every weekend, growing up.
Jersey has some really good beaches. I'm not far from the northern beaches. This year we hit Point Pleasant and Asbury Park. Man, Asbury has cleaned up soooo much since I was a kid and going there to party about 20 years ago. I like LBI but sometimes I feel it's toooo quiet. A few more restaurants is needed IMHO. Great place to take an early morning bike ride from tip to tip.
Yep it's the Atlantic Ocean. It's not a big deal if you hose it off when done. Plus I go so infrequently it's not an issue IMO. I don't think I'll keep this truck more than 3 years anyway.
JHZ I heard good things about Island Beach State park.