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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.
80°F air · 75°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
75 /100
great
65 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Sunny
Wind
10 to 15 mph
E
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
75°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:29 PM
5.4 ft · in 3.3h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · E swell
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Jul 12, 8:36 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:38 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:03 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 11:56 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:29 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:11 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:04 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 12:56 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 7:27 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:05 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:02 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 1:53 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:22 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:54 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 8:56 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 2:47 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:13 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:42 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:47 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:39 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:02 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 4:33 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:18 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:30 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 5:29 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:41 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8534720, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
86
85°
Sunny
0%
74
92°
Sunny
6%
72
85°
Sunny
3%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny
6%
85
83°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°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.
Major
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
2:50 AM - 3:50 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park today?
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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