In my opinion, Barnegat Light is the most interesting town on Long Beach Island. Many who visit only see it as “the town with the lighthouse”, but there is so much more. Head down to the most northern tip of the island and there you will find a quaint town that is quite different from the rest. Driving into this area the first thing you will want to do is go see the inlet and Lighthouse. On your way over to “Old Barney” be sure you don’t miss the famous Viking Village which is home to many local stores, seafood shops, and large commercial fishing boats. The town also boasts a number of amazing seafood restaurants, ice cream shops, nature trails, mini golf, boat charters, world-class fishing, and some of the most expansive beaches on the entire Jersey coast. Barnegat Light’s massive dunes not only provide protection for the island from the forces of nature, but also creates such a landscape that makes you question if you are still in New Jersey.

Harvey Cedars is one of the quietest towns on the North end of the island sitting between North Beach and Loveladies. Also one of the narrowest parts of the island, it is not uncommon to be a five minute walk to the beach even if you are in a bay-front property. Take a short walk in to town and you will find a few different restaurants, cafes, ice cream shops, pizza parlors, yoga studio, yacht club, kayak/sailboat rentals and anything else you may need. In the summer the town has a free outdoor concert every Wednesday evening in beautiful waterfront Sunset Park, playing everything from beach tunes to Bruce Springsteen covers. With some of the most secluded beaches, popular surf spots, and best sunsets on the island, Harvey Cedars should be on everyone’s list to visit.

Surf City is exactly what the name implies, a surfer’s haven. The town is the second of which you will drive through when turning off the bridge heading towards the North end of the island. This laid-back town offers everything you would ever need at the Jersey Shore, not to mention some of the best surf spots on the island. Want to eat out? Surf City has plenty of restaurants to choose from. Need to grocery shop? The town offers multiple grocery/convenience stores along with the island’s famous butcher, Okie’s. Need peace and quiet? Head to the beach and enjoy some of the island’s discreet oceanfront. Surf City has it all!

The first town you will drive through on LBI is Ship Bottom. Thought of as one of the most affordable towns on island, SB also contains many of the island’s best restaurants, bars, stores, and hotels. Take advantage of all the island has to offer while also being a short drive on and off the bridge!

Long Beach Township differs due to the fact that it includes multiple towns spanning from the North end of the island all the way down to the South end. The towns that are part of this township include: High Bar Harbor, Loveladies, North Beach, Brant Beach, Beach Haven Crest, Brighton Beach, Peahala Park, Beach Haven Park, Haven Beach, The Dunes, Beach Haven Terrace, Beach Haven Gardens, Spray Beach, North Beach Haven, and Holgate. These specific towns are some of the most relaxing, quiet, and beautiful areas on Island.

Beach Haven is arguably the most sought after and populated area of LBI, located on the South end of the island. This family-oriented town has much to offer. Some activities and draws of the area include: Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Thundering Surf Waterpark, New Jersey Maritime Museum, Surflight Theatre, expansive beaches, pickleball courts, numerous restaurants ranging from fine dining to casual bites, excellent night life/bar scene, multiple ice cream shops, unique shopping, summer festivals, Fourth of July fireworks, Chowderfest, and much more. Come visit the Queen City today!