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About Long Beach Island
Long Beach Island, commonly referred to by locals as LBI, is the gem of the New Jersey Coast. Located along the Atlantic Ocean coast of Ocean County, NJ, LBI is 25 miles north of Atlantic City, 55 miles east-southeast of Philadelphia and 75 miles south of New York City. Just 18 miles in length and about a half-mile wide at its widest point in Ship Bottom and a fifth of a mile at its narrowest point in Harvey Cedars, with sandy white beaches that go for miles, lots of water activities, cute seaside shops and restaurants LBI is the perfect destination for all.
LBI is divided into two main sections: the northern quiet side and the southern active side. The northern side is generally higher-end, low density residential; whereas the southern portion possesses more higher-density housing and commercial development. On the north side of LBI you will find Barnegat Light, Loveladies, Harvey Cedars, North Beach and Surf City. The southern tip of the island hosts Ship Bottom, Brant Beach, Peahala Park, Long Beach Township, Beach Haven and Holgate (also referred to as Beach Haven Inlet). Wherever you stay on LBI you will have a great visit!
LBI in June
Average High: 81 Degrees
Average Low: 60 Degrees
Average Rainfall: 3 inches (the driest month on LBI)
Average Water temperature: 63 degrees
For more information, visit the official Long Beach Island website.
Accommodations
Visit the official Long Beach Island website for a list of accommodations.
Preferred Accommodations:
The Gables
No. 212 Centre St.
Beach Haven
1-888-LBI-GABLES
http://www.gableslbi.com/
The Engleside Inn and Restaurant
30 Engleside Ave
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-1251
www.engleside.com
Coral Seas Oceanfront Motel
21 Coral St
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
(609) 492-1141
coralseasmotel.com
Surf City Hotel
8th Street and Long Beach Blvd.
Surf City, NJ 08008
(609) 494-7281
www.surfcityhotel.com
Drifting Sands Motel
119 E 9th St
Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
(609) 494-1123
dslbi.com
Minerva's By The Sea
13 West 7th St
Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
609 494-1000
www.minervasbandb.com
J. D. Thompson Inn - View special rate
149 East Main Street
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
609-294-1331
www.JDThompsonInn.com
info@JDThompsonInn.com
The J. D. Thompson Inn is conveniently located on the mainland, in Tuckerton 7 miles from Ship Bottom.
Daddy O - View special rate
Address: 4401 Long beach Blvd
Brant Beach, NJ 08008
Hotel: (609) 361 5100
Restaurant: (609) 494 1300
Fax: (609) 361 0088
www.daddyohotel.com
pete.palladino@comcast.net
Where to Eat
LBI has a wide selection of great restaurants reflecting different culinary styles and influences. A great source of information on different restaurants are the local papers, including the Sand Paper. Here are a few suggestions for your stay:
Preferred Dining:
The Gables
No. 212 Centre St.
Beach Haven
1-888-LBI-GABLES
www.gableslbi.com
Pearl Street Market
229 Pearl Street
Beach Haven NJ 08008
609 492 3910
www.pearlstreetmarket.com
Breakfast
Uncle Will's Pancake House, 3 S. Bay Ave, Beach Haven; 609- 492-2514
Jayson's Pancake House, 5th St. and Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom; 609-494-7491
Fred's Diner, 305 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven; 609-492-4269
Scojo's Restaurant, 3rd St.& Long Beach Blvd, Surf City; 609-494-8661
Mustache Bills, 8th St.& Broadway Barnegat; 609-494-0155
Lunch & Dinner
Boat House Restaurant , 116 West Ave., Beach Haven, 609-492-1066
Chicken or the Egg', 207 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven, 609-492-3695; http://www.492fowl.com/
Pazones Pizza and Pasta, 11th St & Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven; 609-492-5103
Pazones Pizza of Surf City, 22nd St and Long Beach Blvd, Surf City, 609-494-1114
Holiday Snack Bar, 401 Centre St., Beach Haven, 609-494-4544
Buckalews, 101 N. Bay Ave, Beach Haven; (609) 492-1065; http://www.buckalews.com
Dom's Drive-In, 3705 Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven; 609-494-3333
Sweet Treats
A trip to LBI would not be complete without a taste of the essential beach treats: fudge, salt water taffy and of course some ice cream. Lucielles Candies (4105 Long Beach Blvd; 609-494-3700) makes a variety of candies but fudge is their specialty. Each production day they make 900 pounds of fudge by hand. Another great option is Country Kettle Fudge (9th & Bay Ave., Beach Haven; 609-492-2800; http://www.countrykettlefudge.com/)
If the weather is getting to you swing by Show Place Ice Cream Parlor (202 Centre Street Beach Haven; 609-492-0018) where they sing, dance and serve ice cream or try Meltdown (133rd and Long Beach Boulevard, Beach Haven Terrace, 609-207-0527) or Skipper Dipper (9305 Long Beach Blvd., Peahala Park; 609-492-9680; http://www.skipperdipper.com/
). If you are in the mood for ice cream, there is a huge selection and you will find a place every couple of blocks.
Island Highlights
LBI offers something for everybody. If you are not a film fan but want to accompany a film lover or if you have some time in-between films, below please find information that will help you plan a fun and enjoyable weekend.
Barnegat Lighthouse (Old Barney)
The historic Barnegat Lighthouse (often referred to as "Old Barney") is a highlight of any trip to LBI. Situated along the Barnegat Inlet in Barnegat Lighthouse State Park at the northern tip of LBI, the tower stand 165 feet tall making it one of the tallest lighthouses in the United States. The 217 steps to the top will be rewarded with stellar views.
If you are interested in the history of Barnegat Lighthouse, adjacent to the lighthouse is the Barnegat Lighthouse Interpretive Center (http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html) which focuses on the history of the lighthouse, lighthouse technology and duties of the keepers. For hours of the park and other information please visit the Long Beach Island Journal.
Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences
Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences (120 Long Beach Blvd; 609-494-1241) offers a variety of programs, classes and cultural events for all ages. For more information about their programs or galleries please visit the LBI Foundation.
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
A big attraction for families or kids at heart, Fantasy Island (320 Seventh Street, Beach Haven; 609-492-4000) features arcades, rides, games and food. For more information please visit their website at
http://www.fantasyislandpark.com/
Thundering Surf Water Park
If you are a fan of waterslides, Thundering Surf Water Park (806 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven; 609-492-0869) is the place for you. In addition to eight waterslides, there are interactive action zones, a kiddie park and two miniature golf courses making this park hours of fun for the whole family. For more information please visit their website at http://www.thunderingsurfwaterpark.com/.
Miniature Golf
A trip to LBI is not complete without a visit to one of the many miniature golf courses. Not the flashiest course but a sentimental favorite is Flamingo Golf in Ship Bottom (5th St. & Long Beach Blvd., 609-361-1874). Other great golf courses include:
Beacon Miniature Golf (18th St. & Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven; 609-492-7719); Hartland Miniature Golf (2903 Long Beach Blvd, Ship Bottom; 609-494-7776); Mr. T's Miniature Golf & Arcade (101 S Bay Ave, Beach Haven; 609-492-8689); Mr. T's Putt and Play (226 Engleside Ave, Beach Haven; 609-492-8689); Sand Trap Miniature Golf (23rd St. & Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven; 609-494-3185); Surf City Island Golf (6th St. & Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven; 609-494-1709) and Thundering Surf's Adventure Golf (8th St. & Bay Aves, Beach Haven; 609-492-0869).
The Original Ron Jon Surf Shop
The most famous surf shop started in Ship Bottom back in 1961 by Ron DiMenna. Its current building along Route 72 -- the third building to house the business in Ship Bottom -- is a large store immediately apparent to all travelers onto and off of Long Beach Island. The four-level surf emporium is filled with a wide variety of apparel and sports equipment and houses one of the worlds largest surfboards, which is more than 24 feet in length.
Bikes, Beach Supplies and other Rentals
It is a true joy to bike around the island and hang out on the beach. If you are in need of a bike or beach supplies one of the following stores should be able to assist you:
Walters Bicycles
418 Long Beach Boulevard
Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 494-1991
Acme Beach & Bike
27th Street & Long Beach Boulevard
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 492-6522
http://www.acmesurfandsport.com/
Acme Surf and Sport
84th Street & Long Beach Boulevard
Brighton Beach, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 492-5150
http://www.acmesurfandsport.com/
Farias' Surf & Sport
28th Street & Long Beach Boulevard
Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 494-7368
Farias' Surf & Sport
Taylor & Bay Avenues
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 492-0200
Farias' Surf & Sport
5th Street & Long Beach Boulevard
Surf City, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 494-8616
Island Surf Classic Surf Shop
1301 Long Beach Boulevard
North Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 492-3070
http://www.islandsurflbi.com/
Ives Five Seasons
903 Central Avenue
Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Phone: (609) 494-7347
Surf Buggy, Inc.
1414 Long Beach Boulevard
Surf City, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 361-3611
http://www.surfbuggylbi.com/
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