Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim
- Date
- August 2, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile Ocean Swim
From the Organizer
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:
• 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.
• How is the course set up?
o The race will follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village.
• Is there a cut-off time?
• All racers will be removed from the course 1-hour 10-minutes after the start.
• What are the awards/categories?
o Hand-painted, custom awards will be presented to the Top-5 overall (M/F) & the following age groups (M/F):
• 14&Under
• 15-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70+
If you have any other questions, please e-mail race director, Brian Shea:
Brian@JSMswim.com
Who is Coach Brian?
o Brian Shea comes to the program with a wealth of experience in endurance sports as an athlete, coach and consultant. He is the Founder & Head Coach/Consultant at Jersey Shore/Asbury Masters & Long Branch Ocean Swims & for over 25 years, has competed in all levels of endurance sports from 5K to Ultra-marathon Swims/Runs to Ironman.
o He has raced/won triathlons in the United States & abroad with multiple Ironman finishes including Ironman Hawaii with Personal Bests of:
5k - 15:54
Marathon - 2:49
Ironman - 9:31
Most recently, Brian has (7) top-10 finishes at the 8+mile Annual Swim for Alligator Light (Islamorada FL) as well as podium finishes at the United States Lifesaving Association National Championships.
o On the coaching side, Brian is a certified coach having formulated training and sports nutrition programs for athletes ranging from beginner to professional.
If you have any questions, please respond to this post & we'll circle back w/ you ASAP...OR if you'd like to contact Coach Brian directly, you can do so at: Brian@JSMswim.com
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Branch, NJ
Population
32,184
as of 2023
Elevation
29 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Date
- August 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim?
- Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim is a swimming race held in Long Branch, New Jersey on August 2, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim?
- Sunday, August 2, 2026 in Long Branch, New Jersey at 66 Centennial Drive, Long Branch, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim
Aug 2, 2026