Romantic Night Climbs at Barnegat Lighthouse

Ever climb so high it feels like you could touch the moon? It’s a lot like that during the night climbs at the Barnegat Lighthouse. It’s truly a romantic experience and quite the adventure!

Throughout the next few months, The Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park will be hosting several night climbs and nighttime activities (weather permitting). This means you’ll have to opportunity to climb 217 steps to the top of “Old Barney” and enjoy a panoramic view of Island
Beach, Barnegat Bay, and Long Beach Island at night.

Built in 1857, the Barnegat Lighthouse stands 172-feet above sea level. It creates a single beam of light that’s visible for up to 22 nautical miles. While it’s best to check the schedule before you go to confirm.

Here is the tentative schedule of events:

Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024

Time: 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Activity: lighthouse night climb

Date: June 29,2024

Time: 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Activity: campfire, concert and lighthouse night climb

Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024

Time: 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Activity: lighthouse night climb

Date: August 17, 2024

Time: 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Activity: lighthouse night climb 

Date: Saturday/Sunday October 19 & 20, 2024

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Activity: Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey 2024

Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Time: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Activity: campfire, storyteller and lighthouse night climb

If you’re planning a visit, make sure to stay at the Sand Castle Bed & Breakfast and
arrive in time to stroll along the beach and linger among the area’s signature sand dunes. You’ll also want to make use of the inn’s rooftop deck to soak in the stars. Of course, the next day, a chef-prepared gourmet breakfast awaits.