The park's name commemorates seven U.S. Presidents—Grant, Hayes, Garfield, Arthur, Harrison, McKinley, and Wilson—who all visited or vacationed in Long Branch.
The beach underwent a major restoration project in the 1990s to restore dunes that serve as a natural buffer against storm surges.
It is one of the few locations in the region that permits year-round surfing, provided visitors stay within designated surfing beach zones.
The park includes an accessible ramp system to ensure mobility-impaired visitors can access the sand and beach areas.
Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park is a 38-acre regional beach park located in Long Branch, New Jersey, managed by the Monmouth County Park System. The park spans 1,500 feet of beachfront and features a managed dune system protected by ecological restoration efforts. On-site facilities include a pavilion, seasonal lifeguards, showers, restrooms, and a snack bar. It also hosts the Tony Almeida Education Center, which provides information on coastal ecosystems. Recreational amenities include a playground, volleyball courts, and designated areas for surfing. The park is named in honor of seven United States Presidents who vacationed in Long Branch during the 19th and 20th centuries.
The raised wooden boardwalk and observation deck looking over the restored dunes and coastline.
Bring your own beach chairs and umbrellas, as rentals are not available on-site.
Check the Monmouth County Park System website for daily water quality reports before heading to the beach.
Arrive early during summer weekends to secure parking, as the lots frequently reach capacity by mid-morning.
Attempting to surf outside of the designated surfing beach boundaries, which is strictly enforced for safety.
Lifeguards are on duty only during the summer season; off-season beach access is permitted but at the visitor's own risk.
No alcohol, glass containers, or metal detectors allowed on the beach; pets must be leashed and are restricted to specific areas during peak season.
