Where to Play Beach Volleyball on Long Beach Island

Whether you’re down for a casual game or serious spike session, LBI has great beach volleyball courts up and down the island. Here’s where to play this summer:


📍 Barnegat Light

Location: 16th & 17th Street Beaches and Borough Recreation Courts

  • Public oceanfront volleyball courts on soft sand.
  • Town-run rec courts open daily from 8am–6pm during summer.
  • Check in required at the Beach Badge Booth before playing.
  • Beach badges required. Booth open weekdays until 3pm, Saturdays until 6pm.

📍 Ship Bottom

Location: 21st Street Beach (Between 21st & 22nd Streets)

  • Two professional-grade sand courts right on the oceanfront.
  • ADA-accessible dune ramps and beach wheelchair availability.

📍 Brant Beach

Location: Bayview Park – 6805 Long Beach Blvd

  • Sand volleyball courts with nearby amenities including basketball, playground, paddleboarding, and picnic tables.
  • Free parking, public restrooms, and lifeguarded beach access.

📍 Beach Haven

Location: Ocean Beach between 3rd & 4th Streets

  • One public volleyball court directly on the beach.
  • Perfect for pickup games and laid-back matches during the summer.

✅ Insider Tips

  • Beach Badges: Required at all public beaches on LBI. Available daily, weekly, or seasonally.
  • Best Times to Play: Mornings and evenings are cooler a

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