Higbee Beach
Nude beach in New Jersey, United States
Higbee Beach is a former clothing-optional beach where nudity is now prohibited in New Jersey, United States. It lies within Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area, managed by NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife. The sea is warmest in August at about 24°C (75°F) and coolest in February (4°C (39°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 25°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is July to September.
Weather and water temperature at Higbee Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | 5°C | 76 mm |
| February | 3°C | 4°C | 78 mm |
| March | 6°C | 5°C | 95 mm |
| April | 11°C | 9°C | 91 mm |
| May | 16°C | 14°C | 89 mm |
| June | 22°C | 20°C | 103 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 23°C | 111 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 115 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 23°C | 95 mm |
| October | 16°C | 18°C | 112 mm |
| November | 11°C | 13°C | 89 mm |
| December | 6°C | 9°C | 108 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Part of Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area, managed by NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife · public access: open.
- Coordinates: 38.95900, -74.96490 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in New Jersey?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Higbee Beach
- 1Ramblewood naturist campground · MarylandClothing optional
- 2Pine Tree Associates naturist campground · MarylandNaturist only
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Higbee Beach clothing optional?
Higbee Beach is listed as "nudity prohibited" according to PhillyVoice: Higbee Beach restoration (2024-02-05). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in United States before you go.
When is the best time to visit Higbee Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to September. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 2°C (36°F).
How warm is the water at Higbee Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 4°C (39°F) to 24°C (75°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Higbee Beach?
The closest are Ramblewood (129 km (80 mi)) and Pine Tree Associates (142 km (88 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against PhillyVoice: Higbee Beach restoration (2024-02-05) (news report); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.