Toms River Audio Tours

Toms River, located in Ocean County, New Jersey, was originally settled by the Lenape Native Americans. The area that is now Toms River was primarily used for fishing and hunting. In the 17th century, European settlers began to arrive, leading to the establishment of a permanent community. The town was officially founded in 1767 and was initially known as Toms River Township. The name is derived from the river that flows through it, considered a vital resource by both its indigenous inhabitants and the settlers.