Asbury Park: Ocean Ave & 5th Ave
About
Asbury Park: Ocean Ave & 5th Ave is a public beach access point in New Jersey, about half a mile from the center of Asbury Park. Swimming is allowed here, and the access has restrooms, parking and accessible access, which makes it a straightforward spot for a beach day without much planning. Summer is the natural season for a visit. Typical July averages from the nearby Long Branch-Oakhurst weather station run to highs around 84°F and lows near 67°F, with June and August close behind. A fee is charged to use the beach, so plan for that before you arrive. If you want to pair a swim with a walk, Heather Ramble, Sweetbriar Trail and Eastern Loop all lie within about 4 miles, and Rivers Edge is a little over 5 miles away.
Beach Details
Swimming
Allowed
Parking
Street / roadside
Fee
Beach badge required
Restrooms
Yes
Accessible access
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Asbury Park: Ocean Ave & 5th Ave
New Jersey
Data: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) GIS, Public Access Point Locations. Source metadata
This page was developed using New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Geographic Information System digital data, but this secondary product has not been verified by NJDEP and is not state-authorized or endorsed.
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: May–Oct. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 65–84°F and lows of 47–67°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Long Branch-Oakhurst, NJ weather station, 5.1 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan42° high25° low
- Feb43° high26° low
- Mar49° high32° low
- Apr59° high41° low
- May68° high51° low
- Jun78° high61° low
- Jul84° high67° low
- Aug82° high65° low
- Sep76° high59° low
- Oct65° high47° low
- Nov56° high37° low
- Dec47° high30° low
Nearby
- Heather RambleHiking3.6 mi
- Sweetbriar TrailHiking3.8 mi
- Eastern LoopHiking3.9 mi
- Rivers EdgeHiking5.1 mi
- Hidden CreekHiking5.1 mi
- Pine HillsHiking5.2 mi
- Bridge LoopHiking5.2 mi
- Cedar TrailHiking5.2 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
