Barnegat Lighthouse, Barnegat Light, NJ – Things to do on LBI – NJ State Parks

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Barnegat Lighthouse at sunset with the moon behind it

At the northern end of the island, you will find the Barnegat Lighthouse which dates back to the late 1800’s. It was designed by George Meade, the Civil War Union General. The lighthouse is situated in a park that also offers nature walks and fishing. There is some amount of handicapped access.

The panorama below was taken at the end of the concrete walkway on the jetty. You can slip through the railing onto the jetty rocks (AT YOUR OWN RISK). From there, you can continue toward the ocean. You could also go along the beach from the lighthouse. The rocks are slippery and there are gaps in the rocks. If you go, be sure you bring plenty of sunscreen and bug repellant. There are greenheads and mosquitoes on most days.

—-Panorama of the Lighthouse Park—

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Nature Trails at the Barnegat Light State Park

There are Nature trails that allow for bird watching and that highlight some of the native plant species. The lighthouse is open to the public for a nominal fee. You can climb to the top for a magnificent view of Long Beach Island and Island Beach State Park.

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The Barnegat Lighthouse

There is a walkway that runs over the jetty for a couple of hundred yards from the lighthouse itself. It offers a great view of the boats in the inlet and a place to try your luck at fishing. Watch the kids as the currents are quite swift in the inlet. The walkway is wheelchair accessible.

Promenade and Fishing Jetty at Barnegat Light

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Things to do On LBI