Bayville, New Jersey facts for kids
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Bayville, New Jersey
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 Bayville, New Jersey
Location in Ocean County, New Jersey
Bayville, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Bayville, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Ocean |
| Township | Berkeley |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 20,512 |
| ZIP code |
08721
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| GNIS feature ID | 0874560 |
Bayville is a community located in New Jersey, United States. It is part of Berkeley Township in Ocean County. An "unincorporated community" means it's a recognized place but doesn't have its own separate local government.
Bayville has its own ZIP Code, 08721. In 2010, about 20,512 people lived in this area. Students in Bayville attend Central Regional High School.
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Exploring Bayville's Nature and Legends
Bayville is known for its beautiful natural areas and even a local legend.
Double Trouble State Park
A large part of Double Trouble State Park is located in Bayville. This park is famous for its cranberry bogs. A company called Ocean Spray helps manage these bogs. Cranberries are small, tart red berries often used in juices and sauces.
The Jersey Devil Myth
Some people say that Bayville is haunted by the mythical Jersey Devil. This creature is a legendary beast said to live in the Pine Barrens of Southern New Jersey. It's a fun local story that has been told for many years!
Interesting Facts About Bayville
Bayville has a few interesting facts that make it unique.
Record Snowfall
In January 2022, Bayville received about 21 inches of snow. This was the most snow recorded anywhere in New Jersey during that big winter storm!
Radio History
The radio station WOBM-FM first started broadcasting from Bayville in March 1968. It was an important local radio station for many years. In 2013, the station moved its studios to a nearby town called Toms River.
Famous People from Bayville
Many talented people have lived in or are connected to Bayville.
- Tom DeBlass (born 1982): He is a skilled athlete in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts.
- Jazmyn Foberg (born 2000): Jazmyn is an amazing artistic gymnast. She won national championships in 2014 for junior all-around and uneven bars.
- Al Leiter (born 1965): Al is a former professional baseball pitcher. He played for many years in Major League Baseball.
- Phil Longo (born 1968): Phil is a well-known American football coach. He works as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the North Carolina Tar Heels football team.
- Megan McCafferty (born 1973): Megan is an author. She is best known for her popular book series called the Jessica Darling series.
