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Bay Head, New Jersey Tourism & Town Guide

Explore Bay Head, a quiet and historic Jersey Shore beach community on the Barnegat Peninsula, known for ocean beaches, classic coastal homes, the Bay Head Yacht Club, local history, churches, galleries, schools, Centennial Park, and its place along the Jersey Shore's Gold Coast.

Bay Head offers a more peaceful and residential shore-town experience than neighboring boardwalk destinations, while remaining close to Point Pleasant Beach, Mantoloking, Manasquan, and Ocean County beach attractions.

Bay Head Focus Gold Coast beach community
Barnegat Peninsula setting
Historic coastal character
Bay Head Yacht Club
Centennial Park
Quiet residential shore atmosphere
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Bay Head Tourism Snapshot

Quiet Beach CommunityBay Head is known for beaches, residential charm, historic homes, walkable streets, and a calmer shore experience.
Gold Coast SettingTogether with Mantoloking, Bay Head is part of the Jersey Shore's Gold Coast, with desirable coastal homes and a classic barrier-island atmosphere.
Boating & Bay CultureBay Head Yacht Club and the surrounding Barnegat Bay setting support boating, fishing, and waterfront community life.
Local HeritageThe Bay Head Historical Society, churches, local school, and borough institutions help preserve the town's traditional shore character.

Explore Bay Head

Visiting Bay HeadPlan beach days, quiet walks, local dining, nearby shopping, historic exploration, and trips to Point Pleasant Beach or Mantoloking.
Living in Bay HeadResidents and seasonal homeowners benefit from borough services, schools, churches, parks, beach access, and coastal community life.
Doing Business in Bay HeadLocal businesses serve residents, beach visitors, homeowners, vacationers, boaters, and nearby Jersey Shore communities.
Community ConnectionsThe guide includes government, schools, parks, churches, historic places, arts, clubs, sports, real estate, jobs, classifieds, dining, and lodging.

Bay Head Local Highlights

Barnegat PeninsulaBay Head sits on the barrier peninsula separating Barnegat Bay from the Atlantic Ocean.
Bay Head Yacht ClubThe Bay Head Yacht Club is one of the community's signature waterfront institutions.
Bay Head Historical SocietyThe historical society helps preserve and share the town's shore heritage.
Centennial ParkCentennial Park behind Borough Hall features children's playgrounds and tennis courts.
Bay Head Elementary SchoolThe local elementary school and Board of Education are important parts of community life.
Churches & Community InstitutionsAll Saints Episcopal, Bay Head Chapel, Sacred Heart Catholic, and St. Paul's United Methodist serve the town.

Bay Head Page Sections

Use the links below to explore Bay Head businesses, restaurants, visitor resources, real estate, classifieds, jobs, schools, parks, churches, clubs, historic resources, and recreation.

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Town Guide Categories

GovernmentBorough Hall, beach badges, police, public works, emergency management, tax office, and municipal services. EducationBay Head Board of Education, Bay Head Elementary School, and Point Pleasant Beach High School. Arts & EntertainmentAnchor & Palette Art Gallery, ballet, violin, and local cultural resources. Historic PlacesBay Head Historical Society and the borough's Gold Coast history. ParksCentennial Park, playgrounds, tennis courts, and community recreation. Places of WorshipAll Saints Episcopal, Bay Head Chapel, Sacred Heart Catholic, and St. Paul's United Methodist. Clubs & OrganizationsBay Head Yacht Club, Bay Head Shores Fishing Club, and local organizations. Sports & LeisureFishing, windsurfing, boating, beach recreation, and coastal activities. Business & ShoppingLocal shops, services, galleries, beach businesses, and professional services. Food & DrinkRestaurants, cafés, markets, bakeries, and local shore dining. Real EstateGold Coast homes, beach houses, rentals, agencies, and coastal property resources. Visiting & LodgingInns, guest stays, beach trips, visitor resources, and nearby attractions. ClassifiedsCommunity listings, services, announcements, rentals, and local opportunities. JobsLocal jobs, seasonal work, hospitality, services, and nearby shore employment.

Bay Head Town Directory

Government

Borough of Bay Head
81 Bridge Avenue
Bay Head, NJ 08742
732-892-0574

Departments

Beach Badges 732-892-4179

Clerk - 732-892-0636

Construction Official 732-892-0638

Court Administrator 732-892-4737

Fire - 911
(Non-Emergency) 732-899-7708

First Aid - 911
(Non-Emergency)

Health Department

Bay Head Reading Center 732-892-0662

Office of Emergency Management (OEM) 732-892-0636

Police - 911
(Non-emergency) 732-892-0632

Public Works 732-899-6782

Recreation

Senior Citizens

Tax Collector's Office 732-892-8920

Tax Assessor 732-892-0638

Education

Bay Head Board of Education
145 Grove Street
Bay Head, NJ 08742
732-892-4704

Bay Head Elementary School - Elementary Grades K - 8
145 Grove Street
Bay Head, NJ 08742
732-892-0668

Point Pleasant Beach High School - 9 - 12
700 Trenton Avenue
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
732-899-1817

Arts & Entertainment

Art

Dance

Cooking

Music

Theaters

Clubs and Organizations

Historic Places

Historical Society

Bay Head Historical Society
1643 Bay Avenue
Point Pleasant, NJ

Parks

Centennial Park
Bridge Avenue Behind Borough Hall
732-892-0636

Features Children's Playgrounds and Tennis Courts

Places of Worship

Sports & Leisure

Amusement

Baseball

Bowling

Diving Instruction

Fishing

Gymnastics

Hockey

Soccer

Windsurfing

Nearby Shore Destinations

Point Pleasant Beach Point Pleasant Borough Mantoloking Manasquan Brielle Lavallette Seaside Heights Seaside Park

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