Barnegat Light beach

No dogs from April 15 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time

Leash at all times when dogs are allowed.

Source: Borough of Barnegat Light, Beaches & Lifeguards. Checked October 30, 2026.

Shorebird nesting areas can close to dogs at short notice. Follow the signs at the beach.

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Borough of Barnegat Light: the rule in full

Dogs are not permitted on the beach from April 15 to September 30. At other times dogs are allowed on the beach on a leash.

Nearby beaches

• Island Beach State ParkDogs on a leash all year
• Long Beach Township beachesNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Lavallette beachNo dogs
• Point Pleasant BeachDogs on a leash from October 1 to April 30. No dogs midnight to 8am and 3pm to midnight, from October 1 to April 30. No dogs the rest of the time
• Manasquan beachDogs on a leash from October 1 to April 15. No dogs the rest of the time