Joseph D. Puerari, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Murphy & Co.

09/02/2026

If you’re renting in Ship Bottom, please read:

Due to schools beginning before Labor Day and a shortage of lifeguards, the following beaches will be temporarily closed from September 1–4, 2026.

Tuesday, September 1
26th Street Beach will be temporarily closed.
The Bay Beach will be guarded from 1:30 PM–6:00 PM.

Wednesday, September 2
23rd Street and 26th Street Beaches will be temporarily closed.
The Bay Beach will be guarded from 1:30 PM–6:00 PM.

Thursday, September 3
11th Street, 23rd Street, and 26th Street Beaches will be temporarily closed.

The Bay Beach will be guarded from 1:30 PM–6:00 PM.
Friday, September 4
11th Street, 23rd Street, and 26th Street Beaches will be temporarily closed.

As a reminder, 3rd Street Beach (3rd–5th Streets) and 30th Street Beach (27th–31st Streets) will remain closed for the remainder of the season.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to provide lifeguard coverage where possible.

www.shipbottom.org

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