LBI 4×4 Beach Info

Long Beach Island beaches are great for fishing, but their long open nature makes getting around difficult. This is where 4×4 Beach Buggies come in. We get all sorts of questions with regards to LBI beach driving access as well as 4×4 beach driving rules. So this resource is here to help!

First things first all vehicles must have a 4×4 beach permit. The chart below shares details on this topic…

Next, find a Access Ramp and go. Not so fast! Read on below…

Driving the soft sand beaches of LBI can be challenging, but with some general knowledge you’ll have a successful and enjoyable experience. Here’s a couple tips.

  • Must Air Down – From 35psi to 15-20psi, lower tire pressure allow the tires to float on and over the sand
  • Always know the tides and weather
  • Always have these essentials: shovel, bottle jack with block of wood, tow strap/chain, flashlight, tire gauge
  • 15 MPH Beach Speed Limit – Stay in the track.
  • Don’t Park In The Tracks

For more details on LBI 4×4 beach buggies and information about driving the soft sand beaches of Long Beach Island be sure to check out our detailed article, LBI 4×4 Beach Driving Access Guide.

Author: FishHead.Greg

A Long Beach Island native with life long experience fishing and navigating the local waters, Greg is a distinguished Master Captain (the highest qualified operator license), holding a US Coast Guard Masters 50T Near Coastal License with Towing Endorsement. Raised in and now managing his family's bait and tackle business, Fishermans Headquarters (Since 1962, The Saltwater Fishing Bait & Tackle Experts) Greg is daily immersed in fishing. He is the Chief Contributor of FishingLBI.com (Long Beach Island's best fishing report blog) as well as the Admin for the shop's social media pages (on Instagram and Facebook). Be sure to follow!