Island Beach State Park offers multiple access points for fishing and paddling enthusiasts, including designated mobile sport fishing access areas (A7 and A23) and several water trails for kayaking such as the Spizzle Creek, Marsh Elder, and Buster Islands trails.

The park features swimming areas, restrooms, showers, and parking lots throughout, with an 8 A. M. to 8 P. M. operating schedule (7 A. M. during summer weekends).

Vehicle entry fees apply ($5-$20 depending on residency and season), though pedestrians and bicyclists enter free, and the park can reach capacity during summer weekends and holidays.