🛳️ Perth Amboy, Where Coastal Heritage Begins Founded in 1683, Perth Amboy isn’t merely the northern gateway to the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail—it’s a living chapter in the state’s shoreline saga. This historic port city blends maritime legacy, scenic beauty, and community spirit, anchoring the trail’s broader narrative with enduring charm.
⚓ A Port of Significance Perth Amboy’s harbor ranks among the oldest in the nation, once a vital hub for colonial trade and early American maritime activity.
🚶‍♀️ The Harbor Walk Experience Tracing the waterfront, the Perth Amboy Harbor Walk invites visitors to explore interpretive signs and local landmarks like the Raritan Yacht Club, the veterans memorial, and Kearny Cottage—a colonial home from 1781.