Barnegat Lighthouse Pirate Caches

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Barnegat Lighthouse Pirate Caches

Lost Treasure NJ • Ocean County County
Description
Ocean County legend of numerous pirate caches buried near Barnegat Lighthouse on Long Beach Island — a focal point of Jersey Shore treasure-hunting lore.
Historical Notes
Barnegat Lighthouse marks the northern tip of Long Beach Island at Barnegat Inlet. Compiled guides describe multiple pirate hoards concealed near the lighthouse and inlet dunes. The tradition joins the Betsy wreck silver and Lake Manetta currency legends in Ocean County compilations.
Status / Verification legend — Legendary or approximate

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