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Ortley Beach
Spend 1–2 days: beach, boardwalk, nearby boardwalk towns; longer stays only if you plan day trips.
Ortley Beach is a small Jersey Shore community on the Barnegat Peninsula. Its main draw is a clean Atlantic beach within walking distance of boardwalk attractions in Seaside Heights and Point Pleasant. Most visitors stay 1–2 nights, using the beach as a base for nearby day trips.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (peak beach weather)
- avoid Jul (heavy crowds) – check traffic on holidays
- Airports
- ACY · EWR
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ortley Beach911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ortley Beach, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; typical beach crowds.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire · 911 ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportACY Atlantic City International Airport (about 30 min drive via Garden State Parkway).
- Getting aroundWalking is the default; bicycles are common.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café$3–$5
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))$15–$20
- Budget bedSeasonal rental house (4‑person), a night, per roomUS$150
- Mid-range bedMotel room (2‑person), a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedMotel room (2‑person), a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$130 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ACY Atlantic City International Airport (about 30 min drive via Garden State Parkway) · EWR Newark Liberty International Airport (about 1 h drive via Garden State Parkway)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Feb
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5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
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11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
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17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
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23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Care
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
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26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
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20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
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13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
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6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Jun, Aug. Mixed: Jul. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest May (10 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ortley Beach: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
8 rd
Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walking is the default; bicycles are common. Taxis operate locally, especially for nightlife. No public transit within Ortley Beach; Route 35 bus runs nearby.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Island Beach State Park
goDoor to door: ≈15 min each way
Drive north on Route 35, about 5 km (3.1 mi)Drive north on Route 35, about 3.1 mi (5 km)
Nature trails and pristine shoreline, less crowded than the main beach.
Six Flags Great Adventure (Jackson)
cautionDoor to door: ≈45 min each way
Drive west via Route 35 to I‑95, then Route 18, about 30 km (19 mi)Drive west via Route 35 to I‑95, then Route 18, about 19 mi (30 km)
Full‑day theme park; plan a separate overnight if you want a relaxed day.
Toms River
goDoor to door: ≈10 min each way
Cross the Toms River Bridge on Route 35, about 3 km (1.9 mi)Cross the Toms River Bridge on Route 35, about 1.9 mi (3 km)
Shopping, restaurants and a small riverfront park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Starlight Motel
One block from the beach; easy walk to eateries
Lamplight Motel
On Grand Central Ave, close to Route 35
Tradewinds Motor Lodge
Summer‑season motel with pool; 2000 Rt 35 N
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–$100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $130–$150 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (2‑person)1 × 2 nights × US$130 | US$260 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × US$130 | US$520 |
| Parking fee (municipal, per day)2 × US$7 · check | US$14 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$84 |
| Trip total≈ US$232 per person per day, bed included | US$928 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | $3–$5 |
| Ice cream cone | $2–$4 |
| Taxi (5 km) | $15–$20 |
| Boardwalk arcade token | $0.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Heavy car traffic on Labor Day, July 4 and Memorial Day; allow extra travel time.
- Limited parking in peak summer; consider arriving early.
- Summer heat and humidity; stay hydrated.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire
- 911
- Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Garden State Parkway to Ortley Beach (car): about $8–$12 tolls round‑trip (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ortley Beach. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (peak beach weather) · avoid Jul (heavy crowds) – check traffic on holidays · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Beach‑front motels → vacation rentals for groups
- Add bike rentals for easy local transport
- Combine with Seaside Heights boardwalk day trip
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