Highlands Beaches
Everything you need to know about the beaches in Highlands, New Jersey.
Beach Badge Information
Daily
FREE
Weekly
N/A
Season
N/A
Kids Free Under
12
No ocean beach in Highlands. Sandy Hook (across the bridge) has free beaches with parking fee. Bay beaches in town are free.
Beach Water Quality
3 monitored locations in Highlands
Conners Beach
Highlands Rec Center
Miller Beach
Data: NJDEP Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program (2021-2025)
Beaches in Highlands
Bay Beach
Small bay beach on Sandy Hook Bay with calm water and views. Not an ocean beach but good for families with young children.
Amenities
Best For
Sandy Hook Beaches (Nearby)
Across the bridge, Sandy Hook offers 7 miles of Atlantic Ocean beaches. Free beach access with parking fee ($20 summer weekends).
Amenities
Best For
Beach Parking
Parking Type: mixed
Daily Rate: $10
Street Parking: Available
Parking Lots: Yes
Meters: No
Free street parking in town. Twin Lights has free parking. Bay beach areas have small lots.
Beach Day Essentials
Gear up for Highlands Beach. Quality beach gear pays for itself vs. daily rentals.