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Beach Haven Out of all of the beaches on this island, Beach Haven is definitely one of the most popular. It is a municipality that is only about one square mile. There are many things to do. There’s an amusement park, a water park, live theater, evening outside concerts, and a whole lot more. There are also many shopping spots and the beaches are open to everyone. Beach Haven is a great beach that is entertaining for people of all ages. The views of the beach and of the bay are such a spectacular site.
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Barnegat Light Barnegat Light is a town located at the end of the Island that is the home of the ever-popular Barnegat Lighthouse. It has now been named a state park. Everyone is more than welcome to fish, ride a boat, or climb to the very top of the lighthouse. Basketball courts, volleyball nets, playgrounds, and tennis courts are also available to the public. The view from Barnegat Lighthouse is incredible while others can still watch the amazing view of the horizon from below.
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Harvey Cedars Harvey Cedars is a beach with a ton of entertainment. There are basketball courts, volleyball nets, baseball fields, and even an outdoor fitness track by the beach. Kids like to swim in the ocean or the bay while the adults can relax and watch the incredible view. Harvey Cedars holds many events such as; annual art fairs, festivals, concerts, athletic camps for kids, races, and even crafting events. Harvey Cedars is a great place if you are looking for fun. These events are all located from about May through October.
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Ship Bottom Ship Bottom is a great beach for everyone to enjoy. You can reach the beach from all street ends. There are playgrounds and also lifeguards for those who want to swim (every beach contains life guards on duty for safe swimming). In Ship Bottom, there is a wonderful garden at Sunset Point that many people like to see. Ship Bottom is also a popular place for renting boats and relaxing at the bay. This borough is also the host of many events such as an Easter Egg hunt and a great Memorial Day service
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Brant Beach Brant Beach is considered section 8 of the whole island. Brant Beach is also known for the Brant Beach yacht Club. This Club is for both adults and children. It is notorious its sailing programs and has also hosted the 2005 Annual Regatta. Many people in this section of the island like to rent out the many beach houses right along the shore. They are pricy but are definitely worth it
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Surf City Surf city is obviously the beach for surfers. This beach isn’t only for those who surf though. Like the other beaches, there is also a basketball court and a playground. Surfers must swim in a designated area where others don’t swim. It’s such a nice sight to see and it’s very entertaining. Like Brant Beach, Surf City also has a popular yacht club. Surf City has a year-round population of only 1,400 people but is a huge hit with the tourists in the summer. The season starts from around May 31 through Labor Day.
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About the Island Long Beach Island is only 18 miles long. It is right off the coast of New Jersey and a great vacation spot. Its nickname is “six miles at sea because it is only about 4 to 6 miles out from the mainland. It was founded in 1614. Later on, in 1886, a railway was built because the only access to the island was by boat. The railroad didn’t last very long and was destroyed in a bad storm. Today, the causeway is used to reach the island. |
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| There are 20 communities in LBI. Most are either boroughs or a part of the Long Beach Township. It is a very relaxing island in which almost everything in each community can be accessed just by walking there. The population for year-round residents is only about 20,000 people. It is only a quarter of a mile wide. It is so narrow that if you stand on the side walk and look to your right you can see the beach and to the right, you can see the bay. It’s a very pleasant area. |
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