• How much coastline does New Jersey have?
    • Living in New Jersey means having access to 141 miles of magnificent beaches.
  • Where are New Jersey’s beaches located?
    • New Jersey’s beaches stretch along the Atlantic Ocean between Perth Amboy and Cape May.
    • There are a variety of beaches, including small and large ones, popular and secluded spots, and beaches suited for different activities.
  • Are New Jersey beaches dog-friendly?
    • NJ beaches are generally not particularly dog-friendly.
    • Most communities only allow dogs on the beach during the off-season, and they must be leashed.
  • Are there any off-leash dog beaches in New Jersey?
    • The luckiest dogs live near Longport Dog Beach in Somers Point, where they are allowed to roam free year-round.
    • Dogs near 8th Avenue Dog Beach in Asbury Park can also go off-leash at night on a small portion of the beach.

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1. 8th Ave Dog Beach

8th Ave Dog Beach
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2. Brigantine North End Beach

Brigantine North End Beach
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3. Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area

Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area
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4. Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area
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5. Island Beach State Park

Island Beach State Park
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6. Longport Dog Beach

Longport Dog Beach
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7. North Wildwood Dog Beach

North Wildwood Dog Beach
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8. Poplar Avenue Beach

Poplar Avenue Beach
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9. Stone Harbor Beach

Stone Harbor Beach
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10. Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach
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