🌊 Avalon
“Cooler by a Mile” and one of the most polished beach towns on the Jersey Shore
🏖️ Beaches
Avalon’s beaches are wide, clean, and beautifully maintained — perfect for families, surfers, and anyone who loves a quieter stretch of sand.
Beach Type: Serene, upscale, spacious
Badge Required: Yes (seasonal)
Lifeguards: Daily in summer
Surfing: Popular at 30th Street & 12th Street
Accessibility: Ramps at select entrances
🎟️ Avalon Beach Badges — 2026 Season
Badge Prices
Seasonal:
$37 through May 31
$42 starting June 1
Weekly: $18
Daily: $10
Children: Free for ages 11 and under
Reciprocal: Tags are fully reciprocal with Stone Harbor
Season Dates
Beach tags are required May 23 – September 7, 2026 for anyone 12 and older.
Where & How to Buy
Preseason (Starting March 1)
Purchase at the Avalon Borough Hall – Tax Collector’s Office
Payment: Cash, checks, and credit cards
Mail Orders: Cash or check accepted through May 9
You’ll receive a receipt by mail, which you exchange for your physical 2026 tag at the Beach Tag Booth.
In‑Season (Starting June 1)
Seasonal tags increase to $42
Beach Tag Booth – Avalon Community Hall
Weekends: Opens April 4
Daily: Opens April 26 and remains open through summer
Good to Know
Tags are required daily during guarded hours.
Avalon and Stone Harbor share a reciprocal badge system, so one tag works across all Seven Mile Island beaches.
Children under 12 never need a tag.
🎡 Things to Do
Avalon blends classic Shore fun with a refined, relaxed vibe.
Parasailing & Jet Skiing from nearby marinas
Kayaking & Paddleboarding on the bay
Fishing & Crabbing along the back bays
Bike Rides through quiet neighborhoods and Dune Drive
Mini Golf & Ice Cream in the downtown district
Nature Walks at Avalon Dunes & Wetlands Institute
🍽️ Dining & Nightlife
Avalon’s dining scene is polished but friendly — perfect for date nights, family dinners, or casual boardwalk bites.
Fine Dining: Coastal American, seafood, chef‑driven menus
Casual Eats: Pizza, cafés, beach grills
Nightlife: Relaxed bars, live music, and nearby Stone Harbor hotspots
Waterfront Options: Bayfront dining with sunset views
🛍️ Shopping
Dune Drive is Avalon’s stylish commercial heart.
Boutiques & Apparel
Beach Gear & Surf Shops
Gourmet Markets & Bakeries
Seasonal Pop‑Ups & Local Makers
🏨 Where to Stay
Avalon offers a mix of upscale stays and family‑friendly rentals.
Hotels & Inns: Boutique, modern, and beach‑adjacent
Vacation Rentals: Weekly summer homes, bayfront houses, and condos
Nearby Options: Additional hotels in Stone Harbor
🚗 Parking & Getting Around
Street Parking: Residential + metered near the beach
Municipal Lots: Limited but convenient
Bike‑Friendly: One of the best towns for cycling
Shuttle: Seasonal trolley options in the Seven Mile Island area
🎉 Annual Events
Avalon Seafood Festival
Sandcastle Contests
Summer Concert Series
Fourth of July Fireworks
Holiday Festivities & Tree Lighting
🌅 Local Vibe
Avalon is polished, peaceful, and family‑friendly — a place where beach days feel effortless and evenings are all about sunsets, seafood, and strolling Dune Drive.