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Fair HavenFair Haven, New Jersey
Fair Haven is a quiet residential town on the Navesink River, best as a half-day stop from Red Bank or a meal stop on a Jersey Shore drive. Not a destination on its own.
Fair Haven is a small, affluent borough on the Navesink River, just south of Red Bank. It has no major attractions, but its riverfront park and a handful of upscale restaurants make it a pleasant detour for a meal or a short walk. Most visitors pass through on the way to the shore or use it as a quiet base for exploring Monmouth County.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–September
- avoid December–February (cold, many restaurants close early)
- Airports
- EWR · JFK
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Fair Haven911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Fair Haven Police (non-emergency)732-747-0700
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Fair Haven, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyFair Haven is a low-crime residential area.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 732-747-0700 Fair Haven Police (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEWR Newark Liberty International (About 50 min by car, 1.5 h by NJ Transit and bus).
- Getting aroundFair Haven is walkable only along River Road.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at Raven and the Peach$30–45
- BeerBeer (pint)$6–8
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from Red Bank to Fair Haven$10–15
- Budget bedHostel bed in Red Bank, a night, per personUS$40
- Mid-range bedMotel room (2 guests), a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel room (2 guests), a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EWR Newark Liberty International (About 50 min by car, 1.5 h by NJ Transit and bus) · JFK John F. Kennedy International (About 1 h 15 min by car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C) low), wettest Mar (11 rain days), driest Sep (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Fair Haven: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
10 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
9 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Fair Haven is walkable only along River Road. A car is needed for most errands and to reach nearby towns. NJ Transit bus 838 connects to Red Bank and the train station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Red Bank
goDoor to door: 5–15 min
5 min by car, 15 min walk along River Road
Shops, restaurants and the Count Basie Theatre.
Asbury Park
goDoor to door: 20 min
15 min by car
Boardwalk, music venues and beach.
Sandy Hook
goDoor to door: 25 min
20 min by car
National park with beaches and historic fort.
Freehold
goDoor to door: 25 min
20 min by car
Historic downtown and Battlefield State Park.
Manasquan
goDoor to door: 25 min
20 min by car
Beach town with a fishing pier.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Fair Haven (limited)
A few small inns and B&Bs; most visitors stay in Red Bank or along the shore.
Red Bank
5 min drive; more hotels, restaurants and nightlife.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (2 guests)1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| NJ Transit bus Red Bank–Fair Haven (one way)2 × US$3 | US$6 |
| Parking at Riverfront Park1 × US$0 | US$0 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$33 |
| Trip total≈ US$180 per person per day, bed included | US$359 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Burger at Nauvoo Grill Club | $18–25 |
| Dinner entrée at Raven and the Peach | $30–45 |
| Beer (pint) | $6–8 |
| Taxi from Red Bank to Fair Haven | $10–15 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking is limited in the centre; use the municipal lot near River Road.
- Many restaurants close on Mondays; check hours ahead.
- The riverfront park has no facilities after dusk.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Fair Haven Police (non-emergency)
- 732-747-0700
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Fair Haven Police (non-emergency)732-747-0700
Embassy
The nearest major consulates are in New York City. For emergencies, contact the US Department of State.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- NJ Transit bus Red Bank–Fair Haven: $2.75, about 10 min
- Taxi Red Bank–Fair Haven: $10–15
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Fair Haven. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–September · avoid December–February (cold, many restaurants close early) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Nauvoo Grill Club, Raven and the Peach, Barnacle Bill's.
- Riverfront Park page with hours and parking.
- Walking route from Red Bank along the Navesink River.
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