SEASON
Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day

 

TAG HOURS
Required daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

WHO NEEDS A TAG
Visitors age 16 and older

Beach tag revenue supports the maintenance and operation of Upper Township beaches, including beach cleaning, trash collection, dune maintenance, public access improvements, lifeguard protection, and other beachfront services. The goal is to keep the beaches clean, safe, accessible, and enjoyable for residents and visitors.

CURRENT PURCHASE AVAILABILITY

Available now: Physical seasonal tags purchased in person at the Upper Township Clerk’s Office.

 

Coming soon, date TBD: Digital tags through MyBeachMobile and mail-order physical seasonal tags through Jersey Cape Tags.

 

Daily and weekly tags will be digital-only through MyBeachMobile once operational.

 

1. Buy a Digital Tag | Available Date: TBD

Digital daily, weekly, and seasonal tags will be available through the MyBeachMobile app once operational.

 

2. Order a Physical Seasonal Tag by Mail | Available Date: TBD

Online mail ordering is not currently available. The Township is awaiting the Jersey Cape Tags online storefront to stock the official 2027 Upper Township seasonal beach tag.

 

3. Purchase a Physical Seasonal Tag In Person | Available Now

The only current purchase option is an in-person physical seasonal tag at the Upper Township Clerk’s Office, 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270.

 

Counter hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

 

Phone: (609) 628-2011

Beach tags apply to paid beaches in Upper Township that front the Atlantic Ocean, Corson’s Inlet, and Whale Beach.

 

Physical tags must be worn visibly, and digital tags must be displayed to an authorized enforcement agent upon request.

• Children under 16 years of age do not require a beach tag.
• Active-duty members of the United States Armed Forces receive free beach access for themselves and one guest. Valid military identification must be presented when requested.
• Eligible veterans receive free beach access for themselves and one guest. Appropriate documentation establishing veteran eligibility must be presented.

The following is a plain-language summary for website visitors. Posted signs, lifeguard directions, emergency closures, and the Upper Township Code control at all times.

• A valid physical or digital beach tag is required for visitors age 16 and older during tag hours.
• Physical seasonal beach tags may be shared and used by members of a household, guests, or short-term renters associated with the property or purchaser. Digital beach tags purchased through MyBeachMobile are tied to the purchaser’s account and are not transferable.
• Physical seasonal beach tags are non-replaceable if lost, stolen, damaged, or forgotten.
• Obey all orders, directions, whistles, and signals from lifeguards and law enforcement.
• No smoking, vaping, tobacco, e-cigarettes, cannabis, or cannabis products are permitted on public beaches, dunes, beach approaches, or adjacent public pathways.
• Do not leave glass, sharp objects, trash, or debris on the beach. Use provided receptacles.
• Beach fires are prohibited.
• Motor vehicles, bicycles, motorcycles, horse-drawn vehicles, and horses are prohibited on the beach and approaches, except authorized Township vehicles.
• Swimming or entering the water after sunset and before sunrise is prohibited unless specifically authorized or in an emergency rescue situation.
• Inflatable devices are prohibited in ocean waters during May through September except in specifically designated areas.
• Fishing is prohibited within 250 feet of a lifeguard stand between 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
• Surfboards, sailboats, catamarans, and similar non-inflatable devices may be used only at designated beaches and during authorized hours. Swimming is prohibited in those designated areas.

Why do I need a beach tag?

Beach tag revenue helps support maintenance and beachfront operations, including cleaning, trash collection, dune maintenance, public access improvements, lifeguard protection, and other services.

 

When are beach tags required?

The beach tag season runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. Tags are required between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

 

Can I buy a tag after I arrive at the beach?

Not yet. Digital tags will be available through MyBeachMobile once operational. Until then, the only option is an in-person physical seasonal tag from the Clerk’s Office.

 

What if I do not have a smartphone?

Physical seasonal tags may be purchased at the Clerk’s Office. Daily and weekly tags will require MyBeachMobile once operational.

 

Are beach tags transferable?

No. Physical seasonal beach tags may be shared and used by members of a household, guests, or short-term renters associated with the property or purchaser. Digital beach tags purchased through MyBeachMobile are tied to the purchaser’s account and are not transferable.

 

Who is exempt?

Children under 16 are free. Active-duty military members and eligible veterans receive free access for themselves and one guest, subject to identification and verification requirements.

 

Do lifeguards sell or check beach tags?

No. Lifeguards focus on swimmer safety and emergency response. Beach Tag Checkers handle tag questions, verification, and compliance.

 

Where can I find current beach conditions or closures?

Visit the Upper Township Beach Patrol: Current Conditions, Open Paths, and Guarded Beaches page for current beach information.