Barnegat Lighthouse State Park

01/24/2026

Due to the impending winter storm, all New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites will close to visitors at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Existing camping reservations will be honored, however campers should be prepared for the conditions.

Parks will reopen to visitors for winter activities once maintenance crews complete snowplowing operations.

View the real-time operating status of state parks, forests and historic sites at stateparks.nj.gov

10/14/2025

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park will remain closed Tuesday, Oct. 14, due to extreme high tides and coastal flooding.

PARK ADVISORY: Select New Jersey state parks continue to be affected due to extreme high tides and coastal flooding.

The following parks are affected:
🌊 Island Beach State Park - mobile sport fishing access to remain closed Tuesday, Oct. 14
💡 Barnegat Lighthouse State Park - closed to all visitors Tuesday, Oct. 14
🌿 Corson’s Inlet State Park - mobile sport fishing access to remain closed Tuesday, Oct. 14
🌊 North Brigantine Natural Area - mobile sport fishing access to remain closed Tuesday, Oct. 14

Conditions will be evaluated Wednesday, Oct. 15, to determine reopening. Please continue to check this page for updates.

⛺️ Campers are encouraged to monitor local weather forecasts at weather.gov before traveling and throughout their stay. Weather conditions can change quickly, and visitors should be prepared for impacts that could affect outdoor activities or travel within the parks.

10/13/2025

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park will remain closed to all visitors Monday, Oct. 13.

Conditions will be evaluated Tuesday, Oct. 14, to determine reopening.

PARK ADVISORY: Select New Jersey state parks and forests will remain closed to all visitors Monday, Oct. 13, due to extreme high tides, coastal flooding and strong winds.

The following parks are affected:
🌊 Island Beach State Park
💡 Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
🌳 Cape May Point State Park
🌿 Corson’s Inlet State Park
🌲 Crowley’s Landing (Wharton State Forest)
🍁 Fort Mott State Park
🌊 North Brigantine Natural Area
🌿 Strathmere Natural Area

Conditions will be evaluated Tuesday, Oct. 14, to determine reopening. Please continue to check this page for updates.

⛺️ Campers are encouraged to monitor local weather forecasts at weather.gov before traveling and throughout their stay. Weather conditions can change quickly, and visitors should be prepared for impacts that could affect outdoor activities or travel within the parks.

10/11/2025

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park will close to all visitors beginning 6 p.m. today, Oct. 11, due to an approaching storm system expected to bring extreme high tides, coastal flooding and strong winds to the region.

The park will remain closed Sunday, Oct. 12. Conditions will be evaluated Monday, Oct. 13, to determine reopening. Please continue to check this page for updates.

PARK ADVISORY: Select New Jersey state parks and forests will close to all visitors beginning later today, Oct. 11, due to an approaching storm system expected to bring extreme high tides, coastal flooding and strong winds to the region.

The following parks are affected:
🌊 Island Beach State Park – closing at 6 p.m.
💡 Barnegat Lighthouse State Park – closing at 6 p.m.
🌳 Cape May Point State Park – closing at 4 p.m.
🌿 Corson’s Inlet State Park – closing at 4 p.m.
🌲 Crowley’s Landing (Wharton State Forest) – closing at 4 p.m.
🍁 Fort Mott State Park – closing at 4 p.m.
🌊 North Brigantine Natural Area – closing at 4 p.m.
🌿 Strathmere Natural Area – closing at 4 p.m.

These areas will remain closed Sunday, Oct. 12. Conditions will be evaluated Monday, Oct. 13, to determine reopening. Please continue to check this page for updates.

⛺️ Campers are encouraged to monitor local weather forecasts at weather.gov before traveling and throughout their stay. Weather conditions can change quickly, and visitors should be prepared for impacts that could affect outdoor activities or travel within the parks.

09/18/2025

Now Hiring: Park Superintendent – New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites

The New Jersey Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for Superintendent 1 – Parks & Forestry through 4 p.m. on Sept. 22. Turn your passion for the outdoors into a career with purpose as a state park superintendent.

As a park superintendent, you’ll be a leader managing New Jersey’s natural and historic resources. Superintendents oversee daily park operations, guide staff, and ensure visitors enjoy safe, welcoming, and memorable experiences.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/njparksuperintendent

Vacancies are anticipated in north, central and south Jersey.

Note: This announcement is for the Superintendent 1 eligibility exam. Your qualifications will be reviewed against the job requirements, and your score may be determined through a background evaluation and/or examination. Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee a position but may lead to interview opportunities.

09/05/2025

Due to the expected inclement weather tomorrow, Saturday, September 6, 2025, the Lighthouse Night Climb from 7 to 9pm has been canceled.

06/05/2025

Old Barney has one of the most treasured views in America!! And it's not just us saying that!!

https://www.app.com/videos/entertainment/2025/06/02/barnegat-lighthouse-state-park-named-one-of-usa-todays-best-scenic-views/83521190007/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKutZpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFJQTBJdXNueGY4MnhGUUl6AR5uV4tIPBBjq-d6bgjtA2tVtKiROXH6NOuioBTfauTNkbFBGUk-tuuTSo2ang_aem_ZcullLH-SfNT-MAFfVqDyw

Explore breathtaking Barnegat Lighthouse State Park in New Jersey, named one of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views in America for 2025.

05/30/2025

📢 CALLING ALL NEW JERSEY PHOTOGRAPHERS 📢
Let’s put New Jersey’s state parks on the map! America's State Parks is calling on all photographers to submit their best state park shots for their 2025 Photo Contest. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, this is your chance to feature your favorite personal photos. 📸

Contest Entry Dates: Now - Friday, July 18

👉🏻 Learn more about America’s State Parks’ 2025 photo contest and view the latest photo entries:
https://www.stateparksphotocontest.org/americasstateparks2025