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Ocean County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
The northern tip of Long Beach Island, anchored by "Old Barney" — the 1859 lighthouse you can climb (217 steps to the top) for panoramic views of LBI, Barnegat Bay, and Island Beach across the inlet. Small Atlantic beach, a 1,033-foot ADA fishing jetty, and a maritime-forest trail.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 65 in the afternoon. South wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
77 /100
great
66 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
75 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:21 PM
4.5 ft · in 57m
Wave Height
2.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Jun 3, 7:16 AM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:29 AM
Sunset
8:19 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:13 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 3:50 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:21 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Sunny
1%
67
79°
Sunny
0%
75
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
66
76°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
24
64°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
9
66°
Chance Rain Showers
26%
47
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:20 AM - 4:20 AM
Minor
7:20 AM - 8:20 AM
Major
2:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free state park lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted in park areas; not in lighthouse.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Barnegat Lighthouse State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Barnegat Lighthouse State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted in park areas; not in lighthouse.
Is there an entry fee at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
Entry to Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
Amenities at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park include lighthouse (climb), fishing jetty (ADA), maritime forest trail, picnic shelters, restrooms, beach (unguarded).
When is the water warmest at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Barnegat Lighthouse State Park located?
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is in Ocean County, NJ, at 208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS