What to do at the Bay Beach
Since 1951, our Clubhouse has brought our community together with special events, activities, concerts, parties, and more. Enjoy fishing and crabbing right off the Boardwalk, or enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding right from the bay beach. And be sure to come down to the bay beach at sunset to enjoy the breathtaking views.
Lifeguards are on duty at the Bay Beach, daily, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, weather permitting.
Club Activities
- Arts & Crafts
- Basketball
- Concerts or DJ
- Bingo (Kids and Adults)
- Board Games (may not be available for 2024)
- Bocce
- Book Exchange (may not be available for 2024)
- Movie Nights
- Paint n’ Sip
- Ping Pong
- Skee-Ball (may not be available for summer 2024)
- Tie-Dye for kids
The Boardwalk
Commemorative Boardwalk Boards keep our memories alive. A personally engraved Boardwalk Board is the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, commemorate a family memory or honor a loved one. Boards will be placed randomly along the new walkway at the bay beach to the entrance of the boat basin tunnel – along Whale Creek. If you are interested in ordering a board, please complete the below Boardwalk Order Form and submit with payment to the office.
Want to see the Boardwalk being made, check out this video: OB3 Whale Creek Boardwalk
Playground
Just one example of community labor of love, our playground was purchased with fundraising donations and and installed by community volunteers. We invite kids in the community to enjoy the swings, slides, and monkey bars, but please be safe, and respectful of the equipment.
Kayak Launch & Storage Racks
For the 2023 season, there are 16 kayak racks, totaling 96 slots located along the bay beach. Members in good standing may begin using the racks on April 1, 2023. Each slot costs $50 per kayak, per season, and includes one decal. If you need additional decals, you can purchase them for an additional $10. If you wish to use the kayak launch site only, please pay $10 and fill out the Kayak Liability Release form. You will then receive your decal. If you are a renter and interested in using the kayak launch site, please contact the office for details.
Decals must be placed on the front, left side of your kayak or paddleboard. Cables are supplied for your security, but you must supply your own lock. For the safety of all members, bungie cords are not allowed on the kayak racks.
There are two rinse stations located on the bay beach for anyone wishing to wash their kayak before storing.
If you wish to be added to the waitlist for the kayak racks, please complete the Kayak Rental Agreement Form, and the Kayak Liability Release Form below and mail to the club office.
Boat Basin
There are 38 slips available for rent in the Boat Basin, which is located between West Dolphin Way and West Swordfish Way, along Basin Way. Members in good standing may request a slip in the Boat Basin for one season. The cost to rent a slip for the 2024 season is $100.00, payable to Ocean Beach & Bay Club. Please, review and complete the Boat Basin Application & Agreement below and submit with payment, along with:
- Proof of insurance in the amount of $500,000
- Copy of boat or Jet Ski registration
- Copy of NJ issued boat or Jet Ski number
Once approved, you will receive an Ocean Beach & Bay Club decal which must be placed on your boat or Jet Ski.
Due to changes in the water level of the Boat Basin, it is important to recognize the height required for your watercraft to navigate through the tunnel. You need to be aware that this can change very quickly from when you exit and re-enter. It is recommended that you use minimal or no power while going through the tunnel. Have a buddy watching you for safety.
Also when launching your watercraft from the boat ramp it is easier at high tide. Please lock the gate when you are done. All boats and Jet Skis must be removed from the Boat Basin by November 1st of each season.
Members in good standing have free access to the boat ramp, located on West Dolphin Way. The gate is locked, but members can request the combination for the lock from the Club office.