Ocean Grove Beach Information

2025 Season Beach Badge Rates:

• Early Bird Badge: $95.00 (Available from January 1 to April 30, 2025)​New Jerey Leisure Guide
• Regular Season Badge: $100.00 (Begins May 1, 2025)​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2New Jerey Leisure Guide+2
• Youth/Senior Season Badge: $52.00 (For individuals aged 12–17 years or 65 and older; available starting November 25, 2024)​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+3New Jerey Leisure Guide+3Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+3
• Daily Wristband: $13.00 (Available beginning May 24, 2025)​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1New Jerey Leisure Guide+1

​Please note that Early Bird Badges are Regular Season Badges sold at a discount. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1New Jerey Leisure Guide+1

Ways to Purchase 2025 Season Beach Badges:

1. Online Purchase:
   • Visit OGBeachBadges.com to purchase badges online using a credit card.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove NJ+1
   • Prepaid badges can be picked up from the OGCMA office Monday through Friday, 1 PM – 4 PM, starting in December, or from the Beach Office starting in May.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+5Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+5Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+5
   • Alternatively, badges can be mailed for an additional $10 fee. Ensure to select the “Mailing Fee” option at checkout. A signature is required upon delivery, and undeliverable mail is the purchaser’s responsibility. Please allow an additional two weeks for handling. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association
2. Purchase by Check:
   • Complete the application form and mail it with a signed check payable to OGCMA to:​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+4Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+4Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+4 nginxCopyEditOGCMA PO BOX 248 Ocean Grove, NJ 07756
   • Include a $10 certified mail/handling fee. A signature is required upon delivery, and undeliverable mail is the purchaser’s responsibility. Please allow an additional two weeks for handling. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association
3. In-Person Purchase:
   • Visit the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association office at 54 Pitman Ave., Ocean Grove, NJ 07756, Monday through Friday, 1 PM – 4 PM, through Thursday, May 22, 2025.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2New Jerey Leisure Guide+2
   • Accepted payment methods include cash, check, and all major credit cards (note: transaction fees apply for credit card payments).​New Jerey Leisure Guide+1Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1
   • Ensure your application is completed before arrival.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association
   • No badge sales or pickups on Friday, May 23, 2025.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1
   • Starting Saturday, May 24, 2025, badges can be purchased at the Beach Office on the Ocean Grove boardwalk. Check social media or call for specific days and times. ​New Jerey Leisure Guide+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2

Beach Regulations:

• Access: Enter the beach only through designated entrances on the boardwalk.​New Jerey Leisure Guide+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2
• Bathing: Swim only at guarded beaches.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association
• Badges: All individuals over age 11 must display a valid OGCMA beach tag. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+2
• Refunds: No refunds for inclement weather or rough surf; lost or stolen beach tags will not be replaced.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1
• Conduct: Obey lifeguards at all times and place litter in designated receptacles.​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1
• Prohibited Activities: Alcohol consumption, smoking/vaping, use of electronic devices without headsets, and bringing dogs onto the beach or boardwalk (except service dogs) are prohibited. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1

Clergy Complimentary Badges:

As a token of appreciation, the OGCMA offers two complimentary season beach badges to full-time clergy. Requests can be made between May 1 and June 30, 2025. Badges can be picked up at the OGCMA Office, 54 Pitman Avenue, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756, Monday through Friday, 1 PM – 4 PM. Required documents include a confirmation email and clergy credentials verifying full-time vocational ministerial status. ​Ocean Grove NJ+4Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+4Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+4

Beach Activities:

Ocean Grove offers various beach activities throughout the season. For more information on events such as fitness opportunities, Junior Lifeguards, and Sandy Toes, please visit the Beach Activities page or call 732-988-5533. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove NJ+1

Additional Information:

• Children: Those 11 and under are admitted free but must be accompanied by an adult.​Ocean Grove NJ
• Lifeguard Hours: Lifeguards are on duty from 9 AM to 5:30 PM on weekends starting May 24, 2025, and daily from June 15 through September 2, 2025. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association+1Ocean Grove NJ+1
• Wheelchair Accessibility: Beach wheelchairs are available at select entrances for transportation purposes without reservation. ​Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association

For the most current information, please visit the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association’s official website or contact their office directly.