Cape May County

Provincie ·🇺🇸 Verenigde Staten

Bevolking 95.263

Oppervlakte 740 km²

Tijdzone America/New_York

Officiële website www.co.cape-may.nj.us

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Cape May County Essentials

Cape May County features a diverse array of historic and recreational sites. The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse and the Victorian Emlen Physick Estate highlight the region’s architectural preservation. In Wildwood and Ocean City, historic boardwalks host Morey’s Piers and Gillian’s Wonderland, while the Cape May County Park & Zoo offers free year-round admission to over 550 animals. Maritime and military history are preserved at the Hereford Inlet Light, the SS Atlantus concrete shipwreck, and the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum, which is housed in a restored World War II hangar.

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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.

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Theme Parks & Attractions

This collection features the iconic boardwalk amusement piers and water parks of the Jersey Shore. In Wildwood, Morey’s Piers spans three distinct piers with roller coasters and beachfront waterparks like Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis. Ocean City offers historic sites like Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, dating back to 1929, and Playland’s Castaway Cove. The list also includes themed miniature golf courses, such as the mid-century modern Starlux and the animatronic-filled Haunted Golf, alongside classic boardwalk games like Flipper’s Fascination.

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Parks & Recreation

Explore the diverse outdoor spaces of Cape May County, ranging from the free 85-acre Cape May County Park & Zoo to expansive coastal wetlands. The Dennis Creek and Beaver Swamp Fish and Wildlife Management Areas provide thousands of acres for birdwatching and fishing within salt marshes and freshwater swamps. For community recreation, the region offers sports courts at Kiwanis Community Park and beachfront fitness equipment at Rambler Road. These sites highlight the area's commitment to preserving natural habitats and providing accessible public green spaces.

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