80°
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Ocean County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Island Beach State Park
23 Shore Rd, Seaside Park, NJ 08752
10 miles of virtually undeveloped barrier beach below Seaside Park — one of the last pristine stretches of Atlantic barrier on the East Coast. 21 beaches total; #1 and #2 are lifeguarded with showers and a snack bar, the rest are wild and quiet. Fills to capacity almost every summer weekend by 9-10 AM.
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
81 /100
great
75 Swim
78 Sunbathe
85 Walk
84 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
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
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
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ451)
The PHI office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NJZ014 Eastern Monmouth — Sandy Hook Moderate
- NJZ026 Coastal Ocean — Long Beach Island Moderate
- NJZ025 Coastal Atlantic — Atlantic City Moderate
- NJZ024 Atlantic Coastal Cape May — Ocean City Moderate
- DEZ004 Delaware Beaches — Rehoboth Beach Moderate
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%
83
85°
Sunny
0%
74
92°
Sunny
6%
72
85°
Sunny
3%
84
84°
Mostly Sunny
6%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — 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
State park lots. Park closes to new vehicles once full.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited in most areas in-season; check DEP map for allowed sections.
Entry Fee
NJ res $6 wkd / $10 wknd; non-res $12 wkd / $20 wknd (in-season). Off-season: NJ $5, non-res $10.
Address
23 Shore Rd, Seaside Park, NJ 08752
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Island Beach State Park today?
Island Beach 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Island Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited in most areas in-season; check DEP map for allowed sections.
Is there an entry fee at Island Beach State Park?
NJ res $6 wkd / $10 wknd; non-res $12 wkd / $20 wknd (in-season). Off-season: NJ $5, non-res $10.
Are there lifeguards at Island Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Island Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Island Beach State Park?
Amenities at Island Beach State Park include lifeguards (beaches 1-2), 21 beaches, showers, snack bar, bird blinds, kayak/canoe tours, interpretive center.
When is the water warmest at Island Beach 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 Island Beach State Park located?
Island Beach State Park is in Ocean County, NJ, at 23 Shore Rd, Seaside Park, NJ 08752.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS