Barnegat Light Borough: 16th St & Central Ave

Barnegat Light Borough's 16th St & Central Ave access is a public beach entry point in Barnegat Light, New Jersey, sitting about a tenth of a mile from the center of town. It's a simple, practical spot: parking is available, swimming is allowed, and a fee is charged to use the beach. Summer is the natural season for a beach day here. Typical averages from the Brant Beach-Beach Haven weather station, about 15 miles away, put July highs around 84°F with lows near 69°F, and June and September both run close to 77°F during the day. For time off the sand, the closest trails start roughly 6 to 9 miles away. Hiking Trail sits about 6 miles off, and Cedar Bonnet Trail is just under 8 miles away. The Barnegat Branch Trail and Walking Path are both close to 9 miles from the access point.