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Little Egg Harbor Township, located in the heart of Ocean County, New Jersey, is a vibrant community known for its picturesque landscapes and rich history. The township offers a variety of recreational opportunities, thriving businesses, and welcoming hospitality, making it a charming destination for residents and visitors alike.
Originally part of Burlington County, Little Egg Harbor derived its name from a bay known as Egg Harbor, named by Dutch sailors for the eggs found in nearby gull nests. The township has a historical lineage dating back to Captain Cornelius Jacobsen May's account in 1614, with early European settlement credited to Hendrick Jacobs Falkenberg in the late 17th century.
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