The picturesque seaside town of Spring Lake offers its residents and vacationers an unhurried atmosphere of gracious living which has made it a unique resort at the Jersey Shore for more than 100 years. Two miles of uncluttered beach and the longest non-commercial boardwalk in New Jersey add to the one-of-a-kind atmosphere of Spring Lake. Turn-of-the-century architecture borders the wide tree-lined streets which surround a large lake. `Spring Lake` is named for the fountains of crystal clear water which emanates from a multitude of underground springs. Paths, shady nooks and rock gardens extend through the weeping willow lined shores of the lake and provide a peaceful spot for a quiet evening walk. Still, it`s that peace and quiet along this section of Ocean Avenue that residents say they treasure about their local beach, and the serenity has become a selling point to tourists in search of a quiet place along the shore to stay for a few days