THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ Very clean beach (like most of the pristine, top Jersey Shore beaches) with no trash anywhere. Lots of shells though for you collectors out there. + Water was surprisingly somewhat clear! A real rarity for U.S. beaches. Was actually able to see through the water at times while standing on the edge of the beach. + Not extremely crowded like the mainland Jersey Shore beaches. + Beach entrance on every street perpendicular to the beach. + Plenty of parking on streets surrounding the beach - Bay Ave and streets with beach entrances have angled parking spaces. + LOTS .. and I mean LOTS of restaurants and stores line Bay Ave, which is only 2 blocks west of the beach. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Too many biting flies hovering around due to the recent westerly winds ... AND biting people! Although not an issue in prior years, it apparently was an issue for the latter part of the 2026 summer season. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Visited on Labor Day weekend and, surprisingly, the area wasn't overly crowded - probably due to the size of the island (and possibly the flies). Definitely seen a lot more crowded beaches and towns on the Jersey Shore. Beach Haven is definitely the "happening" town of the island, but the island is huge (45 min drive one way). = Beach badges can be purchased online ($10 as of summer 2026) or at the Beach Badge office on Centre St

Living in Philly we always just head to South Jersey beaches. They're just right there, under an…read morehour away from the city. I've always wanted to head north to visit some of the beach towns I've heard so much about and revisit the ones that I haven't been to since I was a teen so we decided to give it a go before summer's end. I'm so glad we made the journey north! It's drastically different than the majority of South Jersey beaches, but it did remind me of our favorite this way, Strathmere. It's very quiet, peaceful and serene. It's a little farther away from center city, about 30 minutes longer, but well worth the drive! The beach itself was very clean and and has an extremely short walk to the water! The beach is free and parking is as well! It was also very easy to find street parking just a few feet from the entrance to the sand! There was no congestion or crowds, at all! You would never have thought it was just before a holiday weekend! The bay is stunning and provides for excellent sunset viewing! The town is sweet and doesn't have any typical shore stores which is sometimes nice! Many seafood restaurants as you imagine and those cute little icecream spots as well as bike rentals. We personally loved the vegan restaurant "Living On The Veg" and I did see a few yoga studios which looked awesome as well. Even some SUP yoga too! I can't wait to visit again next summer! Nice change of pace from the usual South Jersey spots most Philadelphians go to. We were big fans!

If your looking for easy free parking + clean public restrooms while your at the beach- this is…read moreyour location to check out! The beach here is super tiny though which I think is just the new standard for LBI unfortunately. 5 stars!

Simply the best! Only surf shop we will go to. From their surf boards, lessons and their great…read morevariety of south end Beach Haven shirts and sweatshirts. Great local shop!! A must visit!

I came for the rainbows beach slides, I stayed for the super cute designs lauding the many things…read morethat make LBI unique including the red beach haven water tower, the 50-year anniversary of the shark attacks that inspired JAWS, and more. Owned and run by a local family, this is the spot for good vibes and good advice on swimming, surfing, skateboarding, and generally getting the most out of this great island.

BEACH HAVEN/LBI: at the end of Taylor Avenue and very close to Bay Village and Thundering Surf…read moreWater Park is a cute little dog beach behind the pastel colored buildings. It is just enough to have fun and get your dog to romp around and enjoy the calm waters of the bay. Dogs can be off-leash and be sure to pickup after them. There is conflicting information about whether dogs are allowed here all-year-round or just between 9/16-5/14. We can only say that we saw a lot of happy dogs there at the end of July and there were no posted signs about the rules.

Cute little dog beach! Perfect for pups who love water! Everyone is also very nice and respectful!read more

Our family had SUCH a great time staying at The Beach Club at Pearl. The layout was perfect for our…read morefamily of four, and the location can't be beat (distance to the beach is incredible--a stones throw--and to all other attractions, restaurants etc, as well). The unit was very clean and cute and we appreciated having linens and towels provided and prepared upon arrival. The tables and chairs on the porch were a great place to unwind at the end of a fun filled day. Extra super bonus-- there are washers and dryers for use from 3-10 every day. Pat and family were such a pleasure. We will do everything in our power to come back again in future years! Thank you so much!

I wound up finding this gem while trying to find a quick, last minute getaway for spring break. It…read morewas a wonderful place! Clean, modern and a great value. With a full kitchen and close proximity to the beach and fun family activities, it's a great choice! Not to mention, Pat, the owner, is a complete pleasure!

Had a very nice day with a full cabana set up with chairs a table and a cooler in the exact…read morelocation that I requested. I loved it and will 100% be a return customer since I can't sit in the direct sun and it is too difficult for me to carry all of our chairs, bags, coolers, umbrellas and such there and back. Well worth every penny.

From the owner: At our core, we specialize in all-inclusive daily beach setups — providing high-end beach equipment…read morewith full setup and cleanup at your preferred location so you can relax without lifting a finger. But we don’t stop there. From birthday parties and private events to corporate gatherings, weddings, and holiday celebrations, we offer full-service beach experiences with optional event planning, day-of coordination, and catering. Whether it’s a simple beach day or a large-scale event, we bring your vision to life with style and ease.

Dillion was a great captain and made everyone feel at ease. We had a great time and enjoyed the…read moreflight!

This was an amazing adventure for my son and I! Booking was easy, captain and crew were awesome-…read morethey certainly have it down to a science! Highly recommend!

i stayed here a few times and every single time was fantastic. the owners are the most friendly…read morepeople you will meet on the island and they offer soooo many free amenities. serioisly, just pack your clothes lol the continental breakfast included is just what u need to start your beach day. the grills provided are clean and make great burgers! id recommend Lorrys to anyone looking for a beautiful affordable stay on the island!

Great escape, great prices, walk to beach. Free beach tags. Quite location. Been coming for years.read more