The beach season runs from June 16 through Sept. 4. Badges for people over 65 and children under 12 are free. Badges are sold at borough hall, Engleside Avenue, May 6 through June 23. Daily and weekly tags are available from badge checkers on the beach. Badges are on sale at the Centre Street badge booth after the last week in June.
Vacationers can walk downtown to restaurants, shopping plazas and most attractions.
A toddler beach is located on the bay at Taylor Avenue, a clear spot on the inland waterway optimal for family bathing. A lifeguard is on duty part-time, and the badge requirement is enforced. Lifeguards are on duty from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. June 24 to Sept. 4. Handicapped-accessible pavilions are located at Fifth and Pearl streets. Dogs, alcoholic beverages and picnics are prohibited on the beach, but officials said bringing a small sandwich is allowed.