Manasquan Beach Improvement Association


Manasquan Inlet
Used by boaters and fishermen year round.  The popular surfing beach is located on the north side of the Inlet

Manasquan Beachfront
Life Saving Station
Beach Scenes
Here is a sampling of the sights, attractions and activities from Manasquan Beach.  

Please note dogs are prohibited from the beach and beach walkway from April 1 through October 31. A fine will accompany the violation.





Squan's beaches are enjoyed by thousands during the summer

Squan Beach Life Saving Staton established in 1902 is 1000 feet from the Atlantic Ocean.  

Fisherman's Cove
This Monmouth County Park seeks to manage invasive, non-invasive or highly dominant species that displace native plant and animal species.  Dog walking is permitted.
The Drawbridge
Stockton Beach Park
On the National Historic Register, this bridge is one of three access points to Manasquan Beach.  The small Brielle Road municipal fishing pier is located north of the bridge.

Features 3 baseball fields, a roller hockey rink, skate park, picnic tables & benches and a small non-motorized boat launch




This Manasquan tradition takes place each August.  Activities include surfing, fishing and sandcastle building contests as well as beach games.  The MBIA is delighted to sponsor  removable tattoos for children 13 and under as well as the house decorating contest.  The 2024 evnt took place on August 3.
Our June 15, 2024 our annual meeting was held at the Manasquan First Aid buidling.  A question and answer session took place with Mayor Mike Mangan, Councilman Bruce Bresnahan, OEM Coordinator Chris Tucker, Police Chief Greg Restivo and Head Lifeguard Doug Anderson.
Scenes From Our Annual End of Summer Party
A wonderful time was had by all on Saturday, August 24 at the Squan Beach Life Saving Station as we celebrated our 103th Anniversary with a pirate Theme.  We thank Ron Jacobsen from the SBLSS for his assistance with the historic venue.  





MBIA Happy Hour
We sponsor happy hour at the  Salty Whale throughout the year to provide old and new members an opportunity to get to know one another.  



Breakfast with the Candidates
On October 28, 2023, the MBIA provided Manasquan residents with an opportunity to pose questions to candidates for mayoral and council candidates.  Trustee John O'Grady moderated the discussion.  
Christmas Tree Lighting and Annual Candy Cane Hunt
Each December the MBIA in addition to many Manasquan merchants and civic organizations provide gifts to over 1800 children after the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Annual Membership Meeting
Big Sea Day


The MBIA recognized MHS Art Department for the fantastic new mural at the Inlet Beach.  Honorees included Art Teachers Caroline Treney, Alexis Hermann & Nicole Pagano as well as senior art students Cassidy Turnbach, Jenna Stanley, Anna Maraziti, Sophie Vreeland, Paige Pirolo & Cameron McTighe.  

Dedication of Inlet Mural Dedication by MHS Art Department - 8/20/18
MBIA Volunteer Day
On May 4 2024 we had 49 volunteers working on a variety of projects including putting down mulch & prunning bushes on the 2nd Ave side of the beach garage as well as  painting the lifeguard storage lockers, the 2nd Ave parking lot booth, the white stripes down the Riddle, Pompano and Whiting ramps, 30 street markers scattered around town and the barrier at the intersection of N. Potter and Stocklon Lake Blvd.among other tasks. 

Once again we wish to extend our deepest gratitude to Rich Leonard for donating volunteer tee shirts and Brian Moran for providing painting supplies 
Dedication of Commemorative Plaques and ADA Benches Celebrating our 100 Years
On July 25, 2021 we dedicated historical plaques at Sea Watch, Main Beach and the Inlet which we gifted to the Borough in commemoration of the our 100th Anniversary.  We also dedicated the 2 ADA compliant tables at Sea Watch for handicapped visitors.  Trustees and Borough officials attended the dedication.





4th of July Parade

2024 was the first year the parade had been held since the beinning of the pandemic.  MBIA members marched in the parade to celebrate our 100th anniversary 1921-2021.