The Wildwoods
Day or night, on the expansive beach, the electrifying boardwalk, the neon-lit boulevards or surrounding area, there's always something to see and do at the Wildwoods.
About
There's a special feeling you get when you visit the Wildwoods. Maybe it's the invigorating feel of the salt air on your face or the inviting aroma of freshly made funnel cake. Perhaps it's the nostalgia evoked by strolling our famous boardwalk, with its carnival-like atmosphere that's so reminiscent of those carefree childhood vacations. Or maybe it's just the sense that here, the Good Old Days are still very much alive and well. Whatever it is, it's been drawing millions of visitors to this five-mile-long, family-friendly island for generations.
The Wildwoods at the Jersey Shore and The Fun Is Always in Full Swing
With so many choices for the entire family, the fun never stops in The Wildwoods! No other resort community in America offers the array of attractions, shopping venues, restaurants, historic sights and outdoor fun.
NORTH WILDWOOD
Exit 6 (609) 522-7722
DID YOU KNOW? - Jersey Shores most determinedly isolated community - Grassy Sound, just over the bridge from Stone Harbor.
TIP - One with the works at Mauis Dog House, New Jersey Avenue.
MUST DO - New Jersey State Barbecue Championship mid-July at Anglesea Volunteer Fire Co., New Jersey Avenue.
WILDWOOD
Exit 4 (609) 729-9000
DID YOU KNOW? - Greatest show at the Jersey Shore: The Wildwood boardwalk.
TIP - Nighttime trolley tour of neonlit motels offered by the Doo-Wop Preservation Society, 3201 Pacific Ave.
MUST DO - 10th annual Boardwalk Classic Car Show, on boardwalk and in the Wildwoods Convention Center, Sept. 18-21.
WILDWOOD CREST
Exit 4 (609) 522-0221
DID YOU KNOW? - The "quiet" Wildwood, if that can be imagined.
TIP - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday concerts at Crest Pier, Miami Avenue Gazebo and Rambler Road Gazebo, respectively.
MUST DO - Surf and Turf Monster Mash, Scoop Taylor Memorial Park, Ocean and Heather Avenues, Sept. 26.
North Wildwood Beach Guide
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Recreation Department: 609-522-2955
Beach Fees: Free
Lifeguard Hours: May 39 - Mid September
Handicap Access: All beaches are accessible. Beach Patrol has sand wheelchair for handicap.
Beach Patrol also has a vehicle that will take visitors on the beach in their own wheelchair. No charge for services. Beach Patrol Headquarters at 15th & Beach.
Surfing Beaches: Between 8th & 10th Aves.
Surf Fishing Beaches: 2nd Ave. on Hereford Inlet.
Public Boat Ramps: 5th Ave. and the Bay. $10 launch; $75 year (resident); $100 (non resident).
Fishing Piers: Moore's Inlet on Hereford Inlet.
Public Bath House: 24th & Surf
Boardwalk Hours for Bicycles: Until 11am
Boardwalk Hours for Roller Blades: Until 11am
Tennis Courts: Delaware Ave. at 20th Ave.
Wildwood Beach Guide
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Recreation Department: 609-522-5837
Beach Fees: Free
Lifeguard Hours: 10am - 5pm
Handicap Access: Bennett Ave.
Boardwalk Hours for Bicycles: Until 11am
Boardwalk Hours for Roller Blades: Not permitted
Tennis Courts: Burke and Atlantic Aves.
Wildwood Crest Beach Guide
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Recreation Department: 609-523-0202
Beach Fees: Free
Lifeguard Hours: 10am - 5:30pm (June - September)
Handicap Access: Beach Patrol has Sand Wheelchairs. First come first serve basis. No charge. See Beach Patrol at Rambler Road Headquarters. Chairs must be used on Ramble Road beach only.
Surfing Beaches: Rambler Road
Surf Fishing Beaches: All beaches before and after hours
Public Boat Ramps: None
Bicycle Paths: Cresse Ave. to Rambler Rd. along the beach
Tennis Courts: 6301 Atlantic Ave.
Attractions/Activities
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HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE - North Wildwood - Built in 1874. 609-522-4520.
MOREY'S PIER - Wildwood - More rides than Disneyland, plus two spectacular water parks spread out over three piers. 609-729-0586.
WILDWOOD BOARDWALK - Wildwood - Offers enjoyment for bicycling - permitted weekdays until 11AM - weekends and Holidays until 10:30AM.
DELTA LADY - Wildwood - This 80' Mississippi River boat sails from Wildwood Marina and offers a 2-hour narrated cruise of Cape May. 609-522-1919.
SUNSET LAKE AND TURTLE GUT PARK MEMORIAL - Wildwood Crest - Site of famous American Revolution battle fought in Cape May County 609-522-7788.
BIG FLAMINGO/CAPTAIN SINN'S SIGHTSEEING CENTER - Wildwood Crest - Sightseeing, dinner and whale-watching cruises. 609-522-3934.
US Naval Naval Air Station Wildwood Museum http://www.usnasw.org/ Foundation is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to restore Hangar #1 at the Cape May County Airport, Lower Township, New Jersey, into an aircraft museum honoring the 41 Naval airmen who perished while training there during World War II. Hangar # 1 was listed onto the National Register of Historic Places September, 1997. Hours: May thru September: Monday-Friday 9 AM to 5 PM ~ Saturday-Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM October thru April: Monday-Friday 9 AM to 4 PM ~ Saturday-Sunday 9 AM to 4 PM Admission: $6 for adults; $3 for kids 3 to 12; under 3 free.