Super cool lighthouse to visit. Beautiful view of the ocean. This place is great for sightseeing, relaxing, & fishing (you can get on the rocks at your own risk!) I highly recommend coming here. You can climb the lighthouse as well, masks are required.

History: Barnegat Lighthouse, locally known as “Old Barney,” is situated on the precarious northern tip of Long Beach Island, NJ, and was originally lit in 1859. Coastal vessels heading to and from New York relied heavily on the lighthouse to protect them from the point’s dangerous shoals, swift currents, and shifting sandbars. Visitors can climb 217 steps to the top of this maritime specimen for a breathtaking panoramic view of Island Beach, Barnegat Bay, and Long Beach Island. Lighthouse is not the only thing here, there are also a couple of activities that you can do while you are here Maritime Forest Trail - The self-guided loop trail is 0.2 miles long, with forest, and migratory birds. Interpretive signs explain the birds and plants you may see during your stroll. Fishing – If fishing is your game, be sure to bring your gear and head to the bulkhead near the picnic area Bird watching, picnics, and more... A few blocks away, you can visit the Barnegat Light Museum, which we didn’t have the opportunity to see but it’s still worth checking out If you were picturing an area of a lighthouse with beautiful glistening blue-green water, then visiting the Barnegat Lighthouse should be a stop you should make down here in southern New Jersey.

I like these kinds of places that overlook inlets by the ocean, and the Barnegat Light end has always been a nice place to stop. This 2022 season the famous lighthouse will be covered in a maintenance wrapper and can't be climbed, but otherwise the park will be open. It's also a good area to drop a line in the water and test your luck/skill. My recent visit was right before the seasonal summer schedule starts. So there weren't many other people around.

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is truly a sight to behold. The lighthouse itself stands as a majestic landmark, and the opportunity to climb its 217 stairs to the top is an adventure in itself. The park offers more than just the lighthouse, though. There is a pier where you can enjoy fishing, as well as a scenic sanded area perfect for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors. If you have the chance, I highly recommend visiting this beautiful park. It's a place where you can immerse yourself in natural beauty and create lasting memories.

I’ve been coming here since I was a kid! I’ve taken field trips here and have come here with family. It’s so fun and nice here. I love the rocks that you can hop along to the end of the beach. We went up the lighthouse since it was off-season and free. It’s amazing exercise, and an amazing view at the top (pictured here).

At the end of road, drive past and you are in the channel! Free State Park. NJ Coastal Heritage Trail. Open 8am to 8pm. Lighthouse hours vary. No drones, alcohol or smoking. Plenty of parking. Parking lot and grounds are handicap friendly but not the recently restored lighthouse. Bike trails, sheltered panic tables, bathrooms, nature trail, fishing and more. View from top of the Lighthouse is worth the 217 steps!

Great place to go for a walk and explore. The lighthouse looks great and the beach is in wonderful shape. Check out some local wildlife or brave the jetty rocks, there's something for everyone to do here. Just be aware the lighthouse and center will be closed for some holidays!

This is the 2nd tallest lighthouse in New Jersey. With 217 steps to the top. Great view of the ocean. It's located at the end of Long Beach Island. I just went on Saturday Jan 13th and didn't have to purchase a ticket to go up. But I think previous during the summer time you might have to previous a ticker or make a donation I can't really remember.

Great views on sunny days. Good history on the light house and a great place to get a walk in. Clean state park

Love visiting and walking around. The lighthouse was recently renovated and it is open for the public (for free!) while the park is open. Nice view from up above. Walking by the water and then on the jetty is so relaxing and pretty. Highly recommended on a sunny day. Can get crowded sometimes (especially by people that come to fish). There are also restrooms that are in decent shape, as well as picnic tables.

Great place for a day trip. You can walk up the 200 steps inside the lighthouse and out onto the observation deck and get a fantastic view of the ocean and inlet. A must do!

Great place to visit and watch shore birds fly around. I specifically go for photography, but it’s a great place to take a walk and chill. Right now the Lighthouse is undergoing renovations so just be aware if you are going to photograph it. Also, nesting shorebirds area is NOT a place to walk your dogs! See photos.

Just beautiful! Open for climbing 9am -3pm. There is a $3 fee to climb the 217 steps, but it's worth it. The view is breathtaking. The parking is free, and is open till 8pm. Bathrooms are clean. Picnic tables and pavilions are available if you pack a lunch. Also, a maritime forest trail to walk. There are a few places nearby to eat, grab ice cream or mini golf .... It's definitely worth the trip.

Always a beautiful place to go kids love going. But the Lighthouse is being renovated at this time. You can't go in it until October. But the surrounding area beautiful relaxing and its great for photography.

Went there with the family and friends. Hung out for a bit just to chill. Nice spot for pictures, fishing and just plain relaxing. We brought our dogs along. Unfortunately, they weren't permitted on the beach. Still, the spot is still worth going to.

Always clean and great spot to fish or use picnic space. Trails go into a old original shore forest that have great views at the top of large dunes. Great for bird watching as well!

Barnegat Light House recently got a fresh coat of paint, and it provides wonderful photo opportunities. Park closes by 4 pm during winter, but you can park the car outside the park and visit the park. In my next visit, I will definitely going to climb this lighthouse. Drive through LBI is an amazing experience.

Pretty neat place to check out, lighthouse is being restored. Climb to the top for a fantastic view once it's reopened. Wear shoes that don't slip easily, not worth eating it up or down the stairs or on the rocks.

If you are traveling to LBI, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is a must! The lighthouse itself is well preserved and quite a sight! To make it even more exciting, if you’re up for the challenge, you can walk up to the very top! The climb to the top, does take some perseverance, but there are a few spots to stop and rest off of the spiral staircase. The breeze and the view from above is breathtaking!

Old Barney it's a great place to visit whatever time of year it is. The climb up the lighthouse steps is a bit challenging, but I was able to do it at 70 years of age. Worth the effort! The park also has a visitor center, trails through the maritime Forest and dunes, fishing from the jetty rocks, or just enjoying sightseeing and the smell of the sea, along side of the awesome Barnegat inlet!

Good spot, beautiful sunset and we saw lots of people fishing. There are couple of downsides though: it's very very windy, so be very careful with the young ones. The parking closes by 4 PM and the lighthouse closes by 2:30. So you have to get here early.

Awesome place to fish at, buy bait, and honestly just sit and stare into the fleeting sunset and take vibrant photos. Wish the bathrooms could be open 24/7 though.

The Barnegat lighthouse is a must-visit for those who appreciate the natural beauty of the coastal landscape. You can climb to the top and get a premium view of the inlet, the boat traffic and the fishermen who line up against the rocky seawall. There is a diner right outside the park, picnic benches and you can even get ice cream to convince the kids to tag along for the visit. Highly recommended!

Barnegat Lighthouse is a great place to visit during the day for the secluded area it sits. There are picnic tables and a gazebo so be sure to bring a small meal/ snack but don’t forget to bring a trash bag because this area is a Bring In Bring Out spot. What you bring in the area must leave with you when you depart. Keep it clean. The lighthouse becomes a tranquil spot to visit at night. The waves crashing on the shoreline as the stars shine brightly in the perfect sky. I suggest to bring a blanket you could lay on the ground and look up at the stars and the lighthouse. You’ll have no choice but to let go of any negative emotion that may be weighing on one. And if your lucky, like I was, you’ll see a shooting star. All vehicles must be out of this area by 8pm. Enjoy ❤️

I'm amazed every time we take the drive out. It's a long one but definitely worth every minute of it. The view is spectacular and the people are always very friendly

Was fun walking the rocks, never did that before. Lighthouse only opened on weekends which sucked but had fun. Was a beautiful day to do it.

first time here, the walk was nice and the surrounding area was nice. I was only a little disappointed because the lighthouse is being repainted so it's almost completely covered by piping and fenced off. And it was my fiance's first time ever seeing a light house. But painting should be done around October so maybe next year

The lighthouse is now open to climb. It is free, but a donation is appreciated. The museum is also free to visit, and the women who worked at the counter were polite and shared whatever information you might need. The view from the top of the lighthouse is spectacular and with only 217 steps to the top, it's not a tough climb.

Great little park for such an iconic lighthouse. Beautiful to see at night as well as during the day. Beautifully maintained. The walk along the bay gives a beautiful view of the lighthouse.

One of my favorite places along the Jersey shore. Lighthouse will open June 2023. Very pretty area, picnic spots, trails to explore, excellent birdwatching.

Great day trip! The Lighthouse was just remodeled, looked great. 217 steps up, great view, nice view. It's definitely worth seeing!

The park is awesome, great day trip. Great views from the top of the light house! Not so hard to go up, if you are worried, as I was, to make it to the top, just take your time. There are little landings along the way of the spiral stairs to take a break. Enjoy.

Love taking a stroll and enjoying the sights and scenery of the Barnegat Lighthouse. The views are absolutely breathtaking. What a wonderful and peaceful place to visit anytime of year.

Nice visit to the lighthouse, nice beach not too crowded. taking a boat through the inlet is tricky, as always in Jersey. Beautiful and quiet place to set the anchor.

I have not been here in 4 decades. I'm so pleased the park hasn't changed much. Great memories from my teen years hanging out here. All the other visitors were nice. Could not go inside, but that didn't deter many visitors. The park was clean and the walkeay was safe. Fishing spots, picnic spots, benches just to enjoy the view. Looking forward to bringing my daughter when she visits.

Fantastic state park on Long Beach Island . You can climb Old Barney and get great view. You can also walk out on the jetty and watch the fisherman and the boats coming and going in the inlet. There are bathrooms and a couple small hiking trails. Very scenic NJ State Park