Barnegat Light

A beacon of shining light, Once meant for guiding travelers. A tower of red and white, Now a symbol of the Island. Sandy beaches lead me to him, Tucked behind jetties of rock. I walk slowly to [...]

Discovered by the English explorer Henry Hudson in 1609, the area at the northern tip of Long Beach Island was dubbed Barendegat, ‘Inlet of the Breakers’, for its dangerous conditions [...]

It is the perfect time of year on Long Beach Island. The lights are off, the beaches are empty, and the swells are big. The small town of Barnegat Light is located at the most northern tip of [...]

The 64th Annual LBI Surf Fishing Classic – Barnegat Light is the Perfect Spot! The 64th Annual LBI Surf Fishing Classic is about to begin here on Long Beach Island and what better place to [...]

The Barnegat Light Museum Fun Facts and History The Barnegat Light Museum is operated by The Barnegat Light Historical Society and their main objective is to keep the history of Barnegat Light [...]

Event Announcement: Barnegat Lighthouse will be open for a “holiday” night climb on Saturday, September 1, 2018 from 7-9 p.m.  Highlight your Labor Day weekend holiday by climbing Ol’ Barney to [...]

End of Summer Activities Before You Head Home Well, we hate to say it but the summer is dwindling down and coming to an end. For those of you who have left Long Beach Island we would like to say [...]

What to do at the Barnegat Lighthouse State Park The Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is located on the northern end of Barnegat Light. There are many activities and attractions available to all [...]

An Insiders Guide to Fishing in Barnegat Light Barnegat Light offers many opportunities to connect with its surroundings. Whether it be a relaxing day at the beach, sightseeing, or a great [...]

Barnegat Light Concert Schedule- Summer 2018 Outdoor concerts are what summers all about. Theres just something about setting down your beach chair and blanker and grooving away to the music that [...]