Scenic Beaches

Cape May County’s coastline offers a diverse range of coastal environments, from the wide Atlantic shores of Five Mile Beach to the tranquil, bird-rich bayside stretches of Cooks and Kimbles Beach. Visitors can find quartz "Cape May Diamonds" at Sunset Beach, view the remains of the concrete ship SS Atlantus, or explore the protected dunes of the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge at Two Mile Beach. These locations provide varied opportunities for birdwatching and observing horseshoe crab spawning along the Delaware Bay.

Sunset Beach

Known for "Cape May Diamonds"—clear quartz pebbles—and the sunken remains of the SS Atlantus, a World War I-era concrete ship visible from the shore.

Five Mile Beach

Coastal barrier island encompassing the Wildwoods, featuring wide sandy shorelines and a two-mile-long boardwalk.

Seven Mile Beach

Barrier island home to Avalon and Stone Harbor, characterized by high sand dunes and residential coastal areas.

Two Mile Beach

Located within the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge, this beach serves as a protected habitat for migratory birds and beach-nesting species.

Higbee Beach

A 1.5-mile stretch of bayside beach and dunes managed as a Wildlife Management Area, used for birdwatching and nature photography.

Malibu Beach

Also known as the Longport Dog Beach, this sandy area at the base of the Ocean City-Longport Bridge allows off-leash pets.

Whale Beach

A narrow stretch of coastline connecting Sea Isle City and Strathmere, used for fishing and sunbathing.

Ludlam Beach

The barrier island containing Strathmere and Sea Isle City, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Ludlam Thorofare marshes.

Miami Beach

A bayside beach in the Villas community, offering calm waters and views across the Delaware Bay.

Cooks Beach

Bayside shoreline known as a critical habitat for horseshoe crab spawning and a feeding ground for migratory shorebirds.

Kimbles Beach

A remote Delaware Bay beach primarily used for nature observation, particularly during the spring shorebird migration.