Are dogs allowed on Island Beach State Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Island Beach State Park but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Island Beach State Park?

No, Island Beach State Park does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Island Beach State Park?

Island Beach State Park is rated easy. It is 19.1 miles long with 1,138 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyOut and Back

New Jersey

Island Beach State Park

Seaside Park, New Jersey

19.1 mi

Distance

1,138 ft

Elev. Gain

6h 31m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Island Beach State Park is a New Jersey state park located just south of Seaside Park on the Barnegat Peninsula in Berkeley Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. The park is operated and maintained by the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry. Most of the park encompasses the former borough of Island Beach.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:-1 ft

Max:11 ft

347 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.