# Island Beach State Park > Natural dunes and woodland trails create a secluded, peaceful atmosphere near the ocean. Beaches remain clean and quiet, with lifeguards and amenities like showers and a bar enhancing the experience. The park offers kayaking on the bay side for quieter water adventures. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/IslandBeachStatePark1 - Address: 2401 Central Ave, Seaside Park, New Jersey, United States - Hours: Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM Thursday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM Friday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM Saturday: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM Sunday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM - Phone: +17327930506 - Website: https://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/island.html ## What it is good for - Relaxing Spot — 10/10 - Meditation Spot — 10/10 - Parks — 9.5/10 - Beach — 9.3/10 - Nice View — 9.2/10 - Kid Friendly — 9/10 - Dog Friendly — 8.3/10 - Surf Spot — 8/10 - Parking Available — 7.5/10 ## What people say - "I found the beach to be spectacular and beautiful." - "The ocean views are pristine, with no housing obstructing the scenery." - "It's a great place for dog owners to bring their pets." ## Good to know - Entrance is free until July 1st; after that, a $6 fee applies. - Pets are allowed starting at Lot 2, outside the lifeguard area. - The park offers kid-friendly learning activities near snack stands during summer. - Restrooms and a snack bar are conveniently located throughout the park. - The park is less crowded during weekdays, making for a more enjoyable visit. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.