Ocean County · Visitor Guide

Visiting & Lodging in Surf City

Surf City combines central Long Beach Island convenience with ocean beaches, a guarded bay beach, shops, restaurants, a municipal boat ramp and a historic in-town hotel.

2026 Visitor Essentials

Daily Beach Badge$11 under current Borough pricing.
Weekly Badge$25; daily and weekly badges are not sold in advance.
Season Badge$45 preseason through May 31, then $55.
Boat Ramp$20 daily or $100 seasonal pass, charged per vessel.

Beach & Accessibility

Guarded BeachesBorough lifeguards and badge checkers operate during the summer season.
Bay BeachGuarded bay swimming is part of the summer recreation program.
Beach WheelsBeach wheelchairs are available at no charge on a first-come basis.
ADA GatorThe expanded Gator program serves the length of Surf City's beaches for physically challenged visitors.

In-Town Lodging

Surf City Hotel

800 Long Beach Boulevard
Surf City, NJ 08008

609-494-7281

Vacation rentals are also a major part of the local lodging market. Verify the exact address, booking terms and current municipal rental requirements before paying.

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