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Ocean Beach New Jersey
4.7★ · 289 Google ratings · Long Branch, New York
✓ Parking✓ Restrooms✓ Good for kids
At a glance
Parking
175 yd away · paid
Accessibility
Step-free entrance
Access
Open around the clock
Restrooms
Yes · 310 ft away
Cost
Paid parking
Water
76°F
Tide
4 ft range today
Children
Reported good for young kids
Sand
250 yd from the water to the back
Crowds
Quietest Sat 10am
Map of Ocean Beach New Jersey
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1Parking175 yd from the listing2Restrooms310 ft from the listing
Guide
Good to know
Reported good with little kids
Visitors often mention shallow or calm water. This is what reviewers report, not a safety assessment.Mentioned by 9 visitors · 2019–2026
Expect soft sand and shells
The beach is known for collecting sea glass, shells, and pebbles in addition to clean soft sand.
Visit on weekday or off-season
Weekday afternoons and off-season visits offer calm water, empty beaches, and easier parking.
Arrive before 10am in summer
Parking fills quickly on warm days, with spots near entrances taken by late morning.
Plan for entry and parking fees
Budget $8 per adult entry and $10 for parking; some free parking may be available after 5pm.
Strong swimmers only for rough areas
Some sections have waves exceeding 7 feet with powerful currents unsuitable for children.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
75°F · overcast
Water
76°F
Waves
2.0 ft · 7 s apart
Wind
5 mph from the W
Shelter
Offshore · wind blowing off the land
UV index
7 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 01:10 | High tide | ↑ |
| 06:56 | Low tide | ↓ |
| 13:37 | High tide | ↑ |
| 20:22 | Low tide | ↓ |
Last updated Sep 4, 9:26 AM.
Crowds
When it gets busy
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Plan your visit
📍 201-401 Ocean Ave N, Long Branch, NJ 07740
🅿 Parking 175 yd from the listing
🚽 Restrooms 310 ft away
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at Ocean Beach New Jersey?
The nearest mapped parking area is 175 yd from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at Ocean Beach New Jersey?
475 yd in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, about 6 min. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does Ocean Beach New Jersey have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 310 ft from the listing.
When is Ocean Beach New Jersey least busy?
Google visit patterns put the quietest hour at Sat 10am and the busiest at Sun 2pm.
Measured from OpenStreetMap, public aerial imagery and live conditions data, and counted from visitor reviews. Every source, in full.
