Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim 2026 — Long Branch, NJ

Date
August 2, 2026
Location
Long Branch, NJ
Venue
66 Centennial Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $50.00
Events
1 Mile Ocean Swim
Includes
T-Shirt
Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim Sunday - August 3 Long Branch Ocean Mile Registration COST: • $30: Before August 1 • $40: August 1 • $50 RACE DAY!! RESULTS: 2025 2024 • 2023 • 2022 • 2021 • 2019 • 2018 • 2017 • 2016 • 2015 • 2014 WHAT: We're looking forward to welcoming you back to the 2026 Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim. The race will again follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village... WHERE: Pier Village 66 Centennial Drive Long Branch, NJ 07740 *This address will bring you within 50m of the gazebo where packet pick-up is located...but the closer you can park to the beach, the better. Parking is FREE until 10am, so if you intend to stay past 10am, please be sure you pay the meters. WHEN: Sunday – August 2 • Packet Pick-up: 630-730am • Race Start: 8am FAQ's: • What is the typical water temperature? o Ocean temperatures are typically in the high 60s/low-70s. • Are wetsuits allowed? o Wetsuits are allowed, but those wearing wetsuits are not eligible for awards.

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