Longport is a small (less than 1/2 sq. mile with a population of just over a thousand) town located at the southern tip of Absecon Island, just south of Ventnor and Margate. It is about six miles from Atlantic City.
While the town has a number of smaller homes, it is best known for it's multi-million dollar homes. In fact, the median home cost in Longport is almost $2 million.
Longport is known as a quiet and peaceful beach community, less hectic than any of the towns to the north, yet still within easy driving distance of the Atlantic City nightlife.
The beach at Longport is small, but impeccably clean with opportunities for sunbathing, kayaking, and surfing.
Beach Fees:
This beach has no daily rates. To use it, visitors must buy a weekly badge for $10. From May 19 until June 13, seasonal badges are also $10. Senior seasonal badges are $5. After June 13, seasonal badges are $30.
Beach Season:
Open only on weekends from Memorial Day through June 13, after which most beaches are open daily through Labor Day. Some will be open until Sept. 14, and the weekends of Sept. 20 and 27.
Restrooms and Showers:
Restrooms and showers are located on 33rd and Atlantic Avenue in the Community Building.
There are no changing rooms.
Parking:
Metered parking is available on Atlantic Avenue up to 15th Street. On-street parking is available but limited.
Lifeguards:
Lifeguards are on duty from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekends from Memorial Day until June 13, after which they are on duty daily through Labor Day.
Access for Visitors with Disabilities:
Beach wheelchairs are available at headquarters. There is a sand ramp at 35th Avenue and cutaways in the bulkhead at 16th and 33rd Avenues.
Food:
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Additional Info.:
Surfing is permitted at 12th, 22nd, 28th and 32nd streets. Kayaking and windsurfing is permitted between 14th and 15th streets, 22nd and 23rd, 27th and 29th, and 32nd and 33rd streets.
Fishing is allowed at unguarded beaches only.
Beach patrons must have their badges at all times.
For more information, call (609) 823-2731 or visit www.longport-nj.us/.