Belmar Beach and Boardwalk
Belmar Beach and Boardwalk
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Brian D
Ithaca, NY657 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Close to restaurants, coffee and ice cream this beach has showers yo clean up and wash off the sand before you go.
If you are not accustomed to NJ beaches be aware that much of the summer season requires a 70 dollar season pass.
Thus the rating. Otherwise it's fantastic.
If you are not accustomed to NJ beaches be aware that much of the summer season requires a 70 dollar season pass.
Thus the rating. Otherwise it's fantastic.
Written July 2, 2023
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Noah O
Kingston, NY56 contributions
Jul 2020
Place is great for the family even during the whole Covid-19 crisis. The beach has a limited number of people allowed. So you have to make sure that you get there first thing in the morning or you are not going to get in. We got there at 9 am and the first beach we went to was full. Thank god for Belmar. Everyone was respectful of your space. nobody is wearing masks on the beach though. FYI. I can't wait to get back next weekend.
Written July 10, 2020
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Traveller
New York City, NY3,323 contributions
Jun 2020
I walked on the Belmar NJ boardwalk many times during August 2020. It is about two miles long so a round trip is four miles. To the north end is a bridge between Belmar and Avon by the Sea and the Belmar fishing pier. In the middle is the Taylor Pavilion and Cruz Bay Cafe as well as Silver Lake. To the south are some shops and restaurants and the entrance to Spring Lake. The boardwalk is very wide and it is great for walking and exercise. Sometimes I went very early in the morning - about 7 am and sometimes I went late at about 6 pm. The views of the beach and ocean are very nice. In terms of COVID19 safety, some people wore masks but many did not. If you are alert while walking then you can social distance. All in all the Belmar NJ boardwalk is a great place.
Written August 25, 2020
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Mike Shaun
Chalfont, PA6 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Belmar beach is one of our go to beach every year. It’s very clean and well maintained public beach. We love it’s boardwalk and other activities as well. We stayed over the weekend at local Airbnb place but it’s good for one day trip for anyone living in PA or NJ area.
Written October 1, 2023
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Ryan
Albany, NY109 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
This is a nice beach, but if you arrive at 11:30am on a Sunday be prepared to park a mile away. For the most part people had their masks on before entering the beach, but once you hit the sand absolutely no one had masks on. I spent all of time in the ocean so it didn't bother me much, but if you're worried about that then don't go to any public beach. Other than that the beach is very nice and so is the surrounding area!
Written July 21, 2020
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Oldguy1948
South Plainfield, NJ147 contributions
Jun 2022
My wife and I are season-pass holders and travel here about once per week. We have also stayed at a local bed and breakfast last summer.
The entire area is well cared for with clean sand and a deep shoreline. Ther are also excellent restaurants on the beach and within a short drive.
The beach can get busy so arrive early!
The entire area is well cared for with clean sand and a deep shoreline. Ther are also excellent restaurants on the beach and within a short drive.
The beach can get busy so arrive early!
Written July 8, 2022
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Maria del Carme... Z
Quito, Ecuador192 contributions
Sep 2020 • Family
This beach has a double option, be at the crowded, noisy area good for our teenagers where they find music and restaurants or be at the peaceful area good for us adults. The boardwalk is well maintained and no bikes, dogs or skates are allowed. This makes it safe to walk and enjoy the views without worrying. As I mentioned, all beaches are beautiful. There is an entrance fee, $7 I believe but worth it. Go early to find good and close parking on the street, however after noon families with children leave early and there is plenty of parking. You can bike on the street to nearby towns and go over the bridge which is fun to watch the boats go by under it.
Written September 10, 2020
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kim c
Bethlehem, PA11 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Went during the week for the day. Clean beach. Nice people. Parking is limited but if you get there early should have no problem. Parking is 2.00 an hour and 10.25 for beach pass. Well worth it!! Nice beach to take the family.
Written July 19, 2022
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Damien O
Cork, Ireland95 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Great Beach. Very well run although a little expensive for a beach badge but such is the US. Good facilities. Can be rip currents and strong pull in the water but a lovely place with shops/cafe/pizza across the road. Really nice for a visit
Written June 19, 2022
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Frank F
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Mar 2020
As a decades long visitor to the shore from Monroe in Middlesex, I have to admit that Belmar has improved quite a bit over the years.
Especially, along Ocean Ave. where the old bungalows have been razed and replaced by newer more modern homes. For dining, we prefer La Dolce Vita for Italian and Klein's on the Shark River for seafood.
Especially, along Ocean Ave. where the old bungalows have been razed and replaced by newer more modern homes. For dining, we prefer La Dolce Vita for Italian and Klein's on the Shark River for seafood.
Written March 9, 2020
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I'm a veteran,I read I don't need a badge, does my need to purchase a badge
Written July 13, 2021
Veterans and active duty service members are free, but bring ID. Also, early mornings and late afternoons are free for anyone. I am not a sun bunny and those are my favorite times to walk.
Written July 14, 2021
Do people still bring beach tents? Is the police strict on things like that? Should we strictly just bring umbrellas?
Written August 30, 2020
Why are the police at Belmar so racist ?
Written July 19, 2020
Trek47209456448
Chatham, New Jersey
How I rent online umbrella and chairs?
Which beach Or avenue have bathrooms and shower on the beach?
Written July 17, 2020
there are showers at the entrances for the beaches. Not to worry there. I have not seen anyone that was renting beach chairs and umbrellas. You can purchase them on the board walk. I would go to Walmart and get them. They are cheep and not worth renting.
Written July 18, 2020
I have never been to Belmar, Long Beach, Asbury Park or any of the Jersey Shore. Any recommendations ( restaurants, beach location, shops, etc) would be useful. A general description of what to expect would be awesome. Which town would be best a lazy long weekend , looking at the water but swimming in the pool.
Written August 13, 2019
I grew up in Belmar, so I have a soft spot for it. The beaches are some of the best on the east coast, but you have to purchase a beach pass. Belmar has some great restaurants, too; La Dolce Vita is exceptional and is right on Ocean Avenue, Brandl has excellent food and is a BYOB. Brandl is located in Pyanoe Plaza in the middle of town. Asbury Park is making an wonderful come back from a long recession that started in the late 60's. There are some great restaurants there and the beaches are free. One of my favorite restaurants is Moonstruck. The food and atmosphere are great. As far as places to stay, Belmar has some great Bed & Breakfasts, Asbury Park has the Asbury Hotel, the Berkeley-Carteret and some great AirB&B's. Long Beach is 40 minutes south of the Belmar/Asbury Park area and is on Long Beach Island. I personally would not recommend Long Beach in the Summer. The traffic is awful. Some would argue with me, but I prefer Long Beach Island off season. I hope that helps. Remember to read my road trip column in NJ Lifestyle Magazine! njlifestylemag
Written August 13, 2019
Rich is correct. Cheaper to buy umbrella plus they are cheaper to buy now 1/2 season over.
Written July 16, 2019
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