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A guide to free beaches at the Jersey Shore


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Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner, and if you're looking to visit the Jersey Shore for a day trip, there are plenty of options. 

Weekday badge prices and amenities vary by beach, but several beaches are free to the public. Here’s a list of free beaches to help you make the most of your vacation for little to no cost. 

The majority of free beaches don’t have lifeguards on duty, but there are a few exceptions, such as Keansburg and Highlands beaches. 

Sea Bright

Cost: Both free and badge beaches are available. There is free public access on Ocean Avenue, however, Sea Bright Municipal Beach and Anchorage Beach require badges. 

Parking: Public parking is available near the beaches through Sept. 15 for $2 per hour and is required between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. 

Website: seabrightnj.org

Bayshore Waterfront Park (Port Monmouth Road)

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: None

Parking: Free parking is available at the park, however, space is limited.

Website: monmouthcountyparks.com

Middletown

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: None

Parking: Metered parking is available. 

Website: middletownnj.org

Leonardo Beach (Beach Avenue)

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: None

Parking: Free parking can be found at Leonardo State Marina, 102 Concord Ave.

Website: middletownnj.org

Highlands

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: On duty from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily 

Contact: 732-872-1224, highlandsborough.org

Keansburg

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: Lifeguards are typically on duty all summer, especially on weekends.

Parking: Parking is metered and payable at kiosks. There is also some free parking.

Website: [email protected]

Barnegat

Cost: Free

Lifeguards: None

Parking: Free parking can be found along Bayshore Drive

Website: barnegat.net

For more information on free beaches, you can check out visitnj.org.



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Kate Jackson

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