Beach Haven, New Jersey Tourism & Town Guide

Explore Beach Haven, the heart of Long Beach Island and one of New Jersey's premier family shore destinations. Beach Haven offers beaches, bayfront recreation, shopping, restaurants, museums, theater, amusement rides, water park attractions, boating, yacht clubs, historic sites, lodging, nightlife, and classic LBI vacation energy.

From Fantasy Island and Thundering Surf Water Park to Surflight Theatre, the Long Beach Island Historical Museum, the Museum of New Jersey Maritime History, yacht clubs, parks, beaches, and downtown attractions, Beach Haven is one of NJTGO's most important tourism flagship destinations.

Premium LBI DestinationThe heart of Long Beach Island
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
Thundering Surf Water Park
Surflight Theatre
LBI Historical Museum
Museum of NJ Maritime History

Beach Haven Tourism Snapshot

Beaches & Bay AccessBeach Haven combines Atlantic Ocean beach days with bayfront recreation, boating, fishing, sailing, and sunset views.
Family AttractionsFantasy Island Amusement Park, Thundering Surf Water Park, Mr. Tee's, parks, playgrounds, and family entertainment make Beach Haven a major LBI vacation hub.
Arts, Theater & MuseumsSurflight Theatre, the Long Beach Island Historical Museum, and the Museum of New Jersey Maritime History give Beach Haven year-round cultural appeal.
Dining, Shopping & LodgingBeach Haven supports restaurants, shops, lodging, nightlife, visitor services, real estate, and local businesses serving LBI vacationers.

Featured Beach Haven Attractions

Fantasy Island Amusement ParkA signature LBI family attraction on North Bay Avenue with rides, games, and shore-town entertainment.
Thundering Surf Water ParkA major Beach Haven water attraction and summer destination for families visiting Long Beach Island.
Surflight TheatreA historic Beach Haven theater destination offering live entertainment and cultural programming.
Long Beach Island Historical MuseumA key local history attraction housed in the former Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church building.
Museum of New Jersey Maritime HistoryA Dock Road museum focused on maritime heritage, shipwrecks, coastal history, and New Jersey's ocean story.
Yacht Clubs & BoatingBeach Haven Yacht Club, Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club, Spray Beach Yacht Club, Brant Beach Yacht Club, and related clubs reflect the town's strong bay culture.

Explore Beach Haven

Visiting Beach HavenPlan beaches, restaurants, shops, museums, theater, amusement rides, water park fun, boating, fishing, lodging, and family vacations.
Living in Beach HavenResidents and seasonal homeowners have access to borough services, schools, parks, churches, clubs, beaches, and LBI community resources.
Doing Business in Beach HavenBusinesses can reach vacationers, families, boaters, shoppers, diners, theatergoers, museum visitors, and LBI property owners.
LBI Gateway ContentBeach Haven is a natural starting point for a larger Long Beach Island tourism corridor.

Beach Haven Page Sections

Use the links below to explore Beach Haven businesses, restaurants, visitor resources, real estate, classifieds, jobs, schools, parks, attractions, churches, historic resources, and recreation.

Business & ShoppingFood & DrinkReal EstateVisiting & LodgingClassifiedsJobs

Town Guide Categories

GovernmentBorough Hall, police, fire, first aid, public works, tax office, OEM, and municipal services. EducationBeach Haven School, Southern Regional schools, and school resources. Arts & EntertainmentSurflight Theatre, family entertainment, music, theater, attractions, and cultural resources. Historic PlacesLong Beach Island Historical Museum and Museum of New Jersey Maritime History. ParksBayview Park, Veterans Memorial Park, tennis courts, ballfields, and recreation areas. Places of WorshipBeach Haven churches and faith communities. Clubs & OrganizationsYacht clubs, beach clubs, marine clubs, VFW, and local organizations. Sports & LeisureFantasy Island, Thundering Surf Water Park, Mr. Tee's, boating, fishing, and recreation. Business & ShoppingShopping, services, attractions, galleries, retail, professional services, and local businesses. Food & DrinkRestaurants, cafés, seafood, bars, bakeries, ice cream, and LBI dining. Real EstateVacation homes, shore properties, rentals, investment homes, and real estate services. Visiting & LodgingHotels, inns, vacation rentals, attractions, visitor planning, and beach trips. ClassifiedsCommunity listings, services, announcements, rentals, and opportunities. JobsHospitality, restaurants, attractions, retail, seasonal work, and local employment.

Beach Haven Town Directory

Government

Beach Haven Borough Hall
300 Engleside Drive
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
609-492-0111

Departments

Clerk's Office 609-492-0111 X16

Construction Official 609-492-0111

Court Administrator 609-492-4548

Fire - 911
(Non-Emergency) 609-492-6007

First Aid - 911
(Non-Emergency) 609-492-4222

Health Department 609-492-1212

Library - 609-492-7081

Office of Emergency Management (OEM) 609-492-1500

Police - 911
(Non-emergency) 609-492-0505

Public Works 609-492-2525

Recreation

Senior Citizens

Tax Collector's Office 609-492-1515

Tax Assessor 609-492-0111

Education

Board of Education

PTA

Beach Haven School - Elementary Grades PreK - 6
700 S Beach Ave
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
609-492-7411

Southern Regional Middle School - Grades 7 - 8
75 Cedar Bridge Rd.
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
609-597-9481 Ext. 4215

Southern Regional High School - Grades 9 - 12
600 North Main St.
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
609-597-9481 Ext. 4300



Arts & Entertainment

Dance

Cooking

Music

Theaters

Clubs and Organizations

Historic Places

Historical Society

Long Beach Island Historical
129 Engleside Avenue
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
609-492-0700

The Long Beach Island Museum is housed in the former Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church built in 1882. The museum is owned and operated by the Long Beach Island Historical Association and manned by a faithful group of volunteers.

Museum of NJ Maritime History
528 Dock Road
Beach Haven, NJ 08008
609-492-0202


Parks

Recreation Playgrounds

Places of Worship

Sports & Leisure

Amusement

Baseball


Bowling

Diving Instruction

Gymnastics

Hockey

Soccer

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