NORTH CAPE MAY: The David C. Douglass Sr. Memorial Rotary Park is located right next to the Cape…read moreMay Lewes Ferry and is a quiet beach front with peaceful views of the Cape May Canal and Delaware Bay. It was named after Lower Township Police Officer David C. Douglass, Sr. who was killed in the line of duty and the spot serves as a memorial to his legacy. Dogs are fully allowed on the beach from the day after Labor Day through the day before Memorial Day. They can also go on the beach in-season from 4pm-11am (overnight). It is unclear if dogs have to be leashed, so use caution. Watch the ferry and find some relaxation here.

I almost don't want to tell you much about it .. but it was the perfect low key, not very populated…read morespace to be. The ocean had been too rough for our two small children. We spotted this area while out on a boat the nite prior. A small beach within a short distance from the parking lot, calm water, a jetty for my husband to fish off of, and lots of shells and treasure to be found. There were 2 port-a-potties at the time of our visit and a few picnic tables by the parking lot but no frills beyond that. No lifeguards on duty. We enjoyed watching many boats go by during our peaceful, private visit. Happy to have found our new 'secret spot'

Higbee Beach was one of my favorite stops during my Cape May trip because it offered something…read morecompletely different from the traditional beach experience. This is not your typical beach with restaurants, boardwalks, and amenities. It's a peaceful, natural shoreline where you can enjoy wildlife, shells, beautiful views, and a quieter atmosphere. After spending time at the busier beaches, Higbee was the perfect place to slow down, walk around, and appreciate the beauty of nature. If you're looking for a more relaxed and less crowded Cape May experience, I definitely recommend adding Higbee Beach to your itinerary. Would I come back? Absolutely. Side note: HIGBEE BEACH is Hidden behind wooded dunes and far from the crowds, Higbee Beach is a wild, untouched stretch along the Delaware Bay. No lifeguards, no boardwalk, no badge required-just nature, birdwatching, and calm waters perfect for quiet mornings. Pro tip: bring water shoes.

LOWER TOWNSHIP/CAPE MAY: an almost hidden spot, Higbee Beach allows dogs between September 1st and…read moreApril 30th and is a great spot to explore nature on the trails, walk along the narrow beach, and watch the ferry. This is a wildlife management area known for birding where millions of birds make a stop here during their migration for food and rest. A perfect spot to get some exercise with your pup amongst the flora and fauna. There is a parking lot at the end of the road and you can also go right for more parking.

I love National Parks…read more Not just because I'm patriotic with an environmentalist sensibility -- but because they are time warps of sorts -- a glimpse back at the way things once were and (hopefully) will be for our descendants -- long downstream. The Cape May National Wildlife Refuge is a pleasant respite from the commercialism of Jersey Shore holidays -- its' boardwalk attractions, fast food and fast living. It is well marked and you can bring your binocs along to spot wildlife and unique plants and flora found nowhere else. Better still -- bike in and hop scotch around between dunes and other natural formations -- but avoid crossing into the restricted areas that are clearly marked by Area 51 type warning signs -- lest you want automatic weapon toting humans rousting you. We walked the trails in sand, alongside more poison ivy in one 2 square mile stretch than I have probably seen in my entire life. Bring bug spray, a fishing pole to cast off the jetty -- and maybe even long pants and an epipen if you are especially sensitive to insect stings and poisonous plants. Free bird watching walks are regularly available and -- thankfully -- it is a relatively unpopulated attraction so it is soulful in its solitude.

THIS IS THE TWO MILE LANDING WILDLIFE REFUGE LOCATED IN WILDWOOD CREST. There are 3 ways to get to…read morethis beautiful refuge: first is off Ocean Ave/pacific ave, second turn Down Madison to the end and it is on the right, or access from the beach -only Oct-March. Access from the beach is closed off by ropes and volunteers monitor those trying to walk the refuge from April thru September 31st. Protected area for migrating and nesting birds. There is a great trails to see the wildlife refuge. It runs parallel to the beach. Guided tours are available. We saw some great birds this summer landing on the beach! My first spotting of an American Oyster Cracker. I only wish I was able to get a picture, happened so fast. Don't forget your binoculars! The butterfly migration in October is really something to see, nature at its best. We have spotted white skunks, and have seen one coyote.

Gorgeous place to see the sunset!! Take photos, photos and…read moremore photos!! You can sit at this park for hours just admiring the view and peaceful waters. It's nice for a bike ride, walk or even paddling in the lake.

Incredible. Incredible. Incredible lakefront/bayfront park where everybody comes to take their…read morepictures of the sunset in the evenings or walk or run during the day. This park was recently redone and boy has it been a beautiful renovation. Many people just sit and stare out over beautiful sunset lake on the 40 or more benches from one end of the park to the other. Kids frolic. Seniors meet w friends. Surrounding and adorning the park are many memorials that you should take the time to view. Monuments to veterans and in a little tiny Grassy area on New Jersey Ave. you'll see a tiny memorial to a local resident who was lost on the 9/11 tragedy at WTC. Over the years this has become a photo op for people who are leaving Wildwood crest after their summer vacations. Memories are made here

Newly remodeled in 2021, the Rio Grande Park has been re-named Railroad Avenue Park…read more There is a decent amount of parking, but if all sport courts were full (doubles tennis, and teams for basketball), idk how many spaces would be left for playground- or picnic-goers, or dog park peeps. That is the one draw for nice sunny days. That said, this place is freshly redone, looks beautiful, and has made excellent use of its acreage, to get a variety of recreational options into every corner of the space! Port-a-potty restrooms off the parking lot. Playground has a SUPER HIGH slide that is pretty friggin exciting. Plenty of play structures, swings (one all-abilities swing), and rubber turf. Pavilion has a number of picnic tables and trash cans. Adjacent green lawn space can be used for picnicking or chilling. Not enough room to fly a kite, but the beaches are so close, they're much better for that anyway. Sport courts (tennis, basketball, pickle ball) are gorgeously surfaced, and well-netted/-fenced. Dog park is all fenced, bag station, benches, and rules clearly posted. Great find in Cape May County!!!

Great park for little ones. Took my 7 and 10 year old to play and they enjoyed the park so much…read more You won't find parking, though, if there's pickle ball games going on.

This is such a cute little public park I stumbled upon on the Wildwood Crest bike path which…read moreextends beyond the Boardwalk. https://yelp.to/Hii4C11Hla

This is such a cute little public park I stumbled upon on the Wildwood Crest bike path which…read moreextends beyond the Boardwalk.