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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
Skip the beach today.
Swim advisory · NWS alert active · 75°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. South wind around 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 20 to 25 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 1:09pm edt until september 10 at 2:00pm edt by nws mount holly nj
- Swim advisory — state environmental agency flagged water quality
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0 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
0 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Swim advisory: Closed for Season
Sampled at 25th St Bay Front.
Water level 0.7 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 1:09PM EDT until September 10 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Sandy Hook to Manasquan Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Manasquan Inlet to Little Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Little Egg Inlet to Great Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Great Egg Inlet to Cape May NJ out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
20 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
75°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.3 ft
4s · SW swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Sep 9, 3:16 AM
Tomorrow: Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
7:16 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:39 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 12:37 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:59 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:22 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:29 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:30 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:47 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:05 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:14 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 2:18 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:31 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:45 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:56 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 3:04 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:12 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:37 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 3:47 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:52 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:59 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:17 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 4:33 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:33 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:37 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:59 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 5:21 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 11:16 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8534720, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
9%
72
76°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
78
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
20
78°
Mostly Sunny
5%
82
78°
Mostly Sunny
2%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- critical Skip the swim Active swim advisory from MD DOE
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
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 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
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