Barnegat Lighthouse
Barnegat Light, NJ
“Old Barney”, a red-and-white lighthouse at the north tip of Long Beach Island, with a climb to the gallery and a jetty walk.
- Nearest town
- Barnegat Light, NJ
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 39.7644, -74.1061
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, August and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Atlantic Shore Pines CampgroundCampsite19 mi from Barnegat Lighthouse
- North Shore CampgroundCampsite19 mi from Barnegat Lighthouse
- Brendan T. Byrne State Forest CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Barnegat LighthouseTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Wading Pines Camping ResortCampsite24 mi from Barnegat LighthouseTentsCaravansElectricityWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Chestnut Lake RV ResortMotorhome stopover25 mi from Barnegat Lighthouse · 189 pitchesTentsMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Tip Tam Camping ResortMotorhome stopover25 mi from Barnegat LighthouseTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
All campsites in New Jersey · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Barnegat Lighthouse?
Barnegat Lighthouse is in Barnegat Light, NJ, at GPS 39.7644, -74.1061. It is about 32 mi from Atlantic City.
Can you camp near Barnegat Lighthouse?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Cedar Creek Family Campground, about 8 mi away; within 25 mi there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Barnegat Lighthouse?
Barnegat Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pine Barrens and the Jersey Shore to Cape May.
What is there to see near Barnegat Lighthouse?
Places worth a stop nearby: Island Beach State Park (2 mi), Batsto Village (30 mi), Lucy the Elephant (38 mi) and Grounds For Sculpture (46 mi).
When is the best time to visit Barnegat Lighthouse?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)