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The undeniable allure of the beach at the Jersey Cape
The undeniable allure of the beach, more than anything else, has enticed visitors to
Cape May County for literally centuries. Even with the myriad of attractions and activities
that complement the beaches, it’s always the gentle thunder of crashing waves, the unique
smell of salt air, the feel of fine sand, the sight of children splashing at the water’s edge,
and the cool ocean breezes to temper the brilliant sunshine that draw millions to Cape May
County’s beaches year after year.
From Ocean City south to Sunset Beach in Lower Township, Cape May County is
flanked on the east by some of the world’s best beaches. And, perhaps the greatest thing
about the area’s beaches is that their purposes are as varied as the people who enjoy them.
For some, a vacation means doing nothing more than laying in the sun and
splashing in the ocean to cool off every now and then. For others, it’s constructing an
elaborate sandcastle or taking a long walk at the water’s edge. Still others enjoy sitting in
a chair where the water meets the sand and delving into the latest bestseller. And then
there are those who spend all their time in the water - surfing, boogie boarding, swimming
and body surfing.
Ocean City’s beach stretches for about eight miles, providing ample room for
recreation and relaxing. Surfing beaches are designated at Seventh Street and Waverly
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Beach in the north end. Beach tags are required for all Ocean City beaches.
Just south of Ocean City is Strathmere, part of Upper Township. Protected by a
beach patrol, this stretch of sand has long been viewed as being off the beaten path,
sandwiched between Ocean City and Sea Isle City. Strathmere’s beaches are free.
Sea Isle City may be just 2.2 square miles in area, but it packs in scores of great
beaches with a variety of activities - from surfing to volleyball - along the strand. Beach
tags are required on all protected beaches.
Avalon and Stone Harbor share the barrier island beachfront known as Seven Mile
Beach with small sailboats dotting the tranquil and picturesque setting. The two
communities share beach tags, so traipsing from one to the others easy. Catamarans can be
launched from the beach between 44th and 48th streets in Avalon, and surfing and rafting
are permitted at various beaches along the island.
The beaches in the Wildwoods begin at Hereford Inlet, home to North Wildwood,
and stretch for more than five miles through Wildwood and Wildwood Crest to Diamond
Beach.
North Wildwood’s beach is fronted by bayberry-laden dunes in some spots, but
time and tide have eroded most of the city’s magnificent dunes. The beach widens as it
nears Wildwood where motels and the world-famous Boardwalk provide the backdrop for
some of the best and biggest beaches on the East Coast. Continuing into Wildwood Crest,
the expansive beach offers an array of activities for beach-goers of all ages. The
Wildwoods beaches are free - no beach tags needed - but Diamond Beach at the southern
end of the island is private and there is a fee for entry.
Historic and style set the tone in Historic Cape May with the resort’s charming
Victorian inns and residences lining the beach front. The beaches here are fun and carefree
for families who enjoy lolling in the sunshine, erecting sandcastles or surfing. Beach tags
are required at all Cape May beaches.
Cape May Point, a tiny community at the tip of the Cape peninsula between Cape