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Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk

New Jersey · City Beach · Beach · Open to all

GrillingConfirm on siteProhibited year-round
On the waterSwimming · Fishing
AccessOpen to allBeach tags required for ages 12+, early June–Labor…

About this place

Year-round ban on all fire/BBQ on the beach (incl. tiki torches, sparklers).

Good to know

SwimmingOK Swimming allowed at guarded beaches; lifeguards staffed from Memorial Day Weekend to mid-September.
FishingOK Fishing allowed with off-season permit for motor vehicle operation on beaches.
AlcoholNo Drinking alcohol on the beach or in public is strictly prohibited.
DogsLeash Dogs allowed only between October 1 and April 30. Dogs must be leashed, and owners must clean up after their pets. Dogs are not allowed on any beach at any time of day between May 1 and Sept. 30. They are also not permitted on the beach between the Ocean City-Longport Bridge and the terminal groin (rock jetty near Seaview Road) at any time from March 15 to Sept. 30.

Hours

  • Lifeguards staffed from Memorial Day Weekend to mid-September

Fees

  • Beach tags required for ages 12 and older, in effect from early June through Labor Day

What's here

Restrooms

Location

Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk
RegionNew Jersey
Coordinates39.2740° N, 74.5750° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live map

Common questions

Can you grill at Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk?

Grilling rules at Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk aren't stated on its official page. Prohibited year-round. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

Prohibited year-round.

Is there a fee at Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk?

Yes — fees apply. For example, Beach tags required for ages 12 and older, in effect from early June through Labor Day. See the official page for the full schedule.

Can you swim at Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk?

Swimming allowed at guarded beaches; lifeguards staffed from Memorial Day Weekend to mid-September.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs allowed only between October 1 and April 30. Dogs must be leashed, and owners must clean up after their pets. Dogs are not allowed on any beach at any time of day between May 1 and Sept. 30. They are also not permitted on the beach between the Ocean City-Longport Bridge and the terminal groin (rock jetty near Seaview Road) at any time from March 15 to Sept. 30.

What are the hours at Ocean City Beach & Boardwalk?

Lifeguards staffed from Memorial Day Weekend to mid-September.

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