There are so many great places to visit on LBI, we can't list them all, so here are just some of the more popular attractions.

Beach Haven Boro Ballfield
Approx Distance: 0.4 miles
The Boro Ballfield provides a playground for kids of all ages as well as basketball courts, a roller hockey rink and a soccer field. The park is open from dawn until dusk and has bathroom facilities available as well. It's an easy bike ride down West Ave and will provide hours of entertainment for the kids. [Less] [More]

Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
Approx Distance: 1.2 miles
The Holgate Unit of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is located at the southern tip of Long Beach Island. It is miles long, and consists of more than 400 acres of barrier beach, dunes, and tidal saltmarsh. This pristine site is part of Forsythe Refuge's designated Wilderness Area offering visitors seasonal opportunities to observe its remarkable living plant and animal communities. As one of New Jersey's last undeveloped barrier beaches, Holgate is an important and productive area for beach-nesting birds -- including piping plovers. [Less] [More]

Fantasy Island Amusement Park
Approx Distance: 1.9 miles
Thrilling rides, family Casino Arcade, exciting Boardwalk games, free entertainment, an old fashion ice cream parlor, Chef Gator's Grill & Gator's Goodies!
Fantasy Island Amusement Park has been created with a Victorian air that is timeless in its appeal. Z-Brick walkways, oak benches, ornate lamp posts and Tiffany glass chandeliers and panels all come together in a clean, safe family facility that will delight young and old! [Less] [More]

Thundering Surf Water Park
Approx Distance: 1.9 miles
Thundering Surf Water Park & Adventure Golf Features eight giant waterslides, super soaker water guns, giant tipping bucket and the one-of-a-kind 'Lazy Crazy River' and Flowrider surfing. There's a water attraction for every member of the family. Plus there's the new Kiddie Section that features multi-level interactive play structures with tons of interactives to pull, turn on and off, push and of course slide. Cowabunga Beach has small slides for children under the age of 2 along with larger slides for children up to the age of 10. [Less] [More]

Bay Village
Approx Distance: 2 miles
Located in Beach Haven on beautiful Long Beach Island, Bay Village was designed and built by John Maschal in 1965 as a 19th Century replica of a waterfront village. Visitors can still see them make delicious hand-whipped Country Kettle Fudge, marvel at the giant Elephant Ears in the Crust & Crumb Bakery or find the perfect Long Beach Island gifts for friends and family back home!
Today, with over 20 unique shops, eateries and local artist galleries, there is truly something for everyone. Bay Village continues to be a vacation destination where generations of Long Beach Island visitors [Less] [More]

Barnegat Lighthouse
Approx Distance: 17 miles
The site of Barnegat Lighthouse on the northern tip of Long Beach Island in Ocean County was regarded as one of the most crucial change of course points for coastal vessels. Vessels bound to and from New York along the New Jersey coastline depended on Barnegat Lighthouse to avoid the shoals extending from the shoreline. The swift currents, shifting sandbars, and the offshore shoals challenged the skills of even the most experienced sailor. The park is included as a maritime site on the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail. [Less] [More]

Restaurants & Nightlife
Approx Distance: various
LBI is loaded with great restaurants, bars and nightlife. Here is just a sampling...


The Boardwalk - Approx Distance 0.4 miles
Pearl Street Market - Approx Distance 1.4 miles
Barry's Do Me a Flavor - Approx Distance 1.6 miles
Chicken or the Egg - Approx Distance 1.7 miles
The Sea Shell - Approx Distance 1.8 miles
Tuckers Tavern - Approx Distance 1.8 miles
The Ketch - Approx Distance 1.9 miles
The Beach House - Approx Distance 3.3 miles
Nardis - Approx Distance 3.9 miles
Daddy O's - Approx Distance 6.8 miles
Joe Pops - Approx Distance 8.0 miles
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