Jackson Township: one of the best places to rest in the United States

Jackson Township is conveniently located in Central New Jersey, USA. The township is not far from New York City, Philadelphia, Atlantic City or from the Jersey Shore. Many homes in Jackson are on wells. Several tourism destinations are nearby including Atlantic City with its many casinos, as well as Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, and New Jersey's State Capital Trenton. Jackson Township is home to Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park, Wild Safari Animal Park, Hurricane Harbor, the three greatest amusement parks in the North-East. Great Adventure has launched Kingda Ka, the tallest, fastest roller coaster on Earth. Well known for its brilliant roller coasters, Great Adventure has more rides than any other theme park in the world. In 1997, Jackson Township was recognized as the third best place to live in the country. Obviously, Jackson Township is a great destination for your vacation.

Jackson Township, with a total population of approximately 45,000 in 2005, is conveniently located in Central New Jersey, USA.  Today it is the third largest town in New Jersey.   The township, established in 1844, is not far from New York City (1 hour), Philadelphia (1 1/4 hour), Atlantic City (1 1/2 hour) or from the Jersey Shore (1/2 hour). 
Jackson Township is partially located in the Pinelands National Reserve.  Key to Jackson's past and its future potential is its many waterways and its abundant underground water supply. Many homes in Jackson are on wells. 
Several tourism destinations are nearby including such great locations as Atlantic City with its many casinos, Point Pleasant Beach and Seaside Heights with their many attractions, as well as New Jersey's State Capital Trenton.  You can take part in a ball game at Lakewood's First Energy Park and catch a horse race in Freehold Raceway. Automobile racing is also located nearby at New Egypt Speedway. Jackson is  home for Premium Outlets, a factory outlet, with 71 stores, and many campgrounds and parks with various activities such as fishing, boating, nature trails, picnicking, basketball, softball, tennis, and golf.      Discover the region's rich maritime heritage at Tuckerton Seaport in Ocean County. Jackson Township is also home to Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park, Wild Safari Animal Park,  Hurricane Harbor, the three greatest amusement parks in the North-East.   
Jackson's most famous attraction is Six Flags Great Adventure. Great Adventure has launched Kingda Ka, the tallest, fastest roller coaster on Earth. This theme park also features Temple of the Tiger, offering an encounter with Bengal tigers; a Broadway-style show; a children's area with 5 rides and a great play structure; a spectacular entertainment line-up with 7 new shows.  Well known for its roller coasters with brilliant tracks, such as Nitro, Medusa, The Great American Scream Machine, Batman, to name a few, Great Adventure has more rides than any other theme park in the world, according to the Guiness Book. 
Top Gun Paint Ball is New Jersey's premier Paintball Field just down the street from Great Adventure. This multi-acre facility offers naturally wooded playing fields, as well as themed fields such as Jurassic Park with its prowling dinosaurs.  Six Flags Wild Safari is free with paid theme park admission. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor offers wild fun at one of America's largest water parks.  
Guests of  Jackson Township  are also welcome to visit  Jackson Jungle, a community playground; Jackson Skating Centre;  NJ Forest Resource Education Centre with recreational opportunities such as hiking, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and mountain biking.
Jackson Township, located at the very centre of New Jersey, is the best place to start your adventure in New Jersey.  In 1997 issue of Money Magazine, the Ocean County area, including Jackson Township, was recognized as the third best place to live in the country. Obviously, Jackson Township is a great destination for your vacation.

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