The Crystal Queen Paddle boat excursions to Atlantic City

The Crystal Queen in Beach Haven at the Black Whale Docks - July 2006

The Crystal Queen was a Paddle Boat that offered excursions to Atlantic City. She operated out of the Black Whale docks in Beach Haven. Service stopped some time after 2010.

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The LBI Trailer Park – Gone after Hurricane Sandy

LBI Trailer Park - Holgate - Long Beach Island

The LBI Trailer Park was a fixture on Long Beach Island for Decades. It was located in the Holgate/Inlet section and provided some of the most affordable housing on the island. Unfortunately the owners decided to not rebuild after Hurricane Sandy. 

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Sailing on the A.J. Meerwald, 2019

The A.J. Meerwald under sail

We took a sail on New Jersey’s Tall Ship, the A.J. Meerwald in July 2019 from Beach Haven, NJ. 

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The A. J. Meerwald visited Beach Haven in 2012

The A. J. Meerwald under sail at sunset off Beach Haven 2003

The A.J. Meerwald visited Beach Haven in 2012.

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Massacre at Long Beach Island – Oct 26, 1782

Marker for the Massacre at Long Beach Island - Barnegat Light

There is a plaque just outside of Viking Village in Barnegat Light memorializing a Massacre of Patriots by British Loyalists during the War for Independence. 

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The Holiday Snack Bar in Beach Haven

The Holiday Snack Bar in Beach Haven on Long Beach Island

The Holiday Snack Bar in Beach Haven was open for outdoor dining and take out as of July 3rd 2020. Seating is limited as is the case for most restaurants. 

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Polly’s Dock and Clamhouse

Waterfront view at Polly's Dock in Beach Haven at sunset.

Polly’s Dock and Clamhouse offers very casual waterfront dining in the heart of Beach Haven

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Uncle Wills Pancake House

Uncle Will's Pancake House in Beach Haven - Outside seating due to the Covid 19 restrictions

Uncle Wills Pancake House is in the heart of Beach Haven. On most days, especially the weekends, there are lines of people waiting for their pancakes.

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The Hudson House – North Beach Haven

The Hudson House in North Beach Haven - At the outdoor bar

The Hudson house is a no-frills local bar located on 13th street between Long Beach Boulevard and North Beach Avenue in the middle of a residential neighborhood.  There is very limited parking available. Many visitors walk or bicycle.

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