Berkeley Extends Preseason Beach Badge Sale

BERKELEY, NJ — Berkeley Township extended its preseason beach badge sale through May 31. The seasonal badges cost $35 and will increase to $50 on June 1.

Badges can be used at White Sands Beach (20th to 23rd Avenues in South Seaside Park). The beach is near Island Beach State Park and often accepts overflow beachgoers, especially on weekends.

Berkeley will only sell beach badges online this year because of the coronavirus.

“These are unprecedented times and the safety of our residents and recreation staff are our first priority," said Mayor Carmen Amato.

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White Sands Beach remains open to the public, but residents should keep in mind Governor Phil Murphy's orders and guidelines for social distancing, according to the Township.

Click here to order and find more information on beach badges.

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