There’s so much for campers to do while camping the South Shore Region of New Jersey it’s hard to know where to begin.
Recreational opportunities abound while camping in New Jersey’s South Shore Region, with a visit to our beaches at the top of the list. In the fall, spring, and winter, with the crowds gone, a walk along the beach is especially refreshing and peaceful.
There are many varieties of fishing available, surf fishing, party boats; deep sea or sports fishing trips and charters are also available. During the summer season sailing trips on the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean are very popular. Other natural attractions in the area include ocean kayaking, pontoon boat trips to view life in the salt marsh, and bird watching.
The South Shore New Jersey shore towns are their own attractions:
There is of course Cape May loaded with beautiful Victorian houses, the antique district, shopping in the Washington Street Mall, bird watching and the beach are some of the many attractions. The entire city is a National Historic District, with nearly 600 preserved Victorian buildings. For a closer view of the gingerbread trim, visit the preserved 1879 Emlen Physick Estate. Trolley tours take in the historic district, as does the popular evening ghost tour.
Sea Isle City is a destination that offers nightlife, restaurants, shopping and pleanty of recreation. The town has a following of families that return, year after year, creating memories for their children they once had in childhood vacations they remember fondly. Don't miss the brand new, exciting and fun amusement park, Gillian’s Fun Land, featuring dozens of rides for young children.
Wildwood offers fun and entertainment for all ages. With miniature golf courses, beachfront water parks; six world-class roller coasters; take the kids fishing or crabbing; enjoy a boat trip - slow and relaxing or monster fast - plus festivals, special events and beachside entertainment options, the whole family will enjoy a day or a week playing in the wildwoods.
Avalon’s slogan is: "Cooler by a Mile," which refers to its position one mile farther into the Atlantic than other barrier islands in the state, but you may feel like you’re totally away from the busier beach towns. Avalon's Dune Drive is filled with one-of-a-kind botiques, stores and restaurants. The beautiful white-sandy beaches are backed by magnificent dunes. Most of the island's shoreline is fronted by large, well-spaced homes that gives the area the feel of an exclusive private community. There’s more than a half-mile boardwalk for strolls and bike rides as well as public tennis courts, basketball courts, a skate park and large playgrounds.
Escape to Stone Harbor and be impressed with this small town’s charm. With its quaint shopping district and outstanding restaurants Stone Harbor offers a wonderful summer retreat. With the Inter coastal Waterway to the west and the Atlantic Ocean on the east, the seven mile island is known for all types of water sports, everything from fishing to jet skiing.
Just what makes Ocean City so great? First, there are the eight miles of sparkling ocean and bay beaches, all meticulously maintained. Next, there are two and half miles of boardwalk containing eight full blocks of family amusements (from 6th to 14th Streets). The Boardwalk is where you’ll also find the Music Pier, where concerts are performed throughout the year and is home to the Ocean City Pops. And during the summer, every Thursday is family night, with free entertainment throughout town.
