Pantai Bahagia, Muara Gembong, Bekasi Regency

Pantai Bahagia is a village located in the Muara Gembong district of Bekasi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. Its name, meaning 'Happy Beach,' reflects its coastal location. The village is situated on the northern coast of Java and is characterized by a mix of rice fields and mangrove forests, serving as a habitat for various flora and fauna, including endangered Javan langurs.

Pantai Bahagia is situated in the Muara Gembong district of Bekasi Regency, West Java. It is approximately 54 km from the Bekasi City Square, with an estimated travel time of two hours. Access to Pantai Bahagia can be via Jalan Raya Babelan or the Cibitung-Cilincing Toll Road. The village borders the Java Sea to the north, Pantai Bakti to the east, Pantai Sederhana to the south, and Jakarta Bay to the west.

Pantai Bahagia plays a role in the Bekasi Regency as a coastal subdistrict with significant natural resources, particularly its mangrove ecosystems. These mangroves are crucial for coastal protection against abrasion and tidal floods, which are recurring issues in the area. The subdistrict also contributes to local tourism through its ecotourism initiatives focused on the mangrove forests.

Nearby notable areas include other villages within the Muara Gembong district, such as Jayasakti, Pantai Harapanjaya, Pantai Sederhana, Pantai Bakti, and Pantai Mekar. The Muara Gembong Beach, which is part of the subdistrict, is a local attraction. The broader Bekasi Regency borders Jakarta Special Region, Bekasi City, Bogor Regency, and Karawang Regency.