A Guide for the Quiet Season at the Shore

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A Guide for the Quiet Season at the Shore

Sightseeing

Four season bird-watching & walking trails are the draw at this waterfront park with grassy dunes & marshlands.
Stone Harbor Point
120 3rd street
Four season bird-watching & walking trails are the draw at this waterfront park with grassy dunes & marshlands.
The Avalon Seawatch, a count of migrating seabirds, is conducted on the beach between 8th and 9th Streets, Avalon, NJ. This location was selected because the northern tip of Avalon extends a mile farther out into the ocean than the coastline to the north. Southbound seabirds that are following the coastline pass very close to this beachfront. The migration of seabirds along the coast of New Jersey is spectacular, and an average of almost 800,000 seabirds are counted at the Avalon Seawatch annually. In some years the count approaches one million birds. As remarkable as those numbers are, the bulk of this flight is extremely contracted. In most years about 70 percent of all the migrant seabirds pass in five weeks (from about October 7 to November 14). Varieties can and do show up at any time, and some very unexpected species have chosen to fly by the Avalon Seawatch during the past 19 years.
Avalon Seawatch -- Cape May Bird Observatory
25 9th St
The Avalon Seawatch, a count of migrating seabirds, is conducted on the beach between 8th and 9th Streets, Avalon, NJ. This location was selected because the northern tip of Avalon extends a mile farther out into the ocean than the coastline to the north. Southbound seabirds that are following the coastline pass very close to this beachfront. The migration of seabirds along the coast of New Jersey is spectacular, and an average of almost 800,000 seabirds are counted at the Avalon Seawatch annually. In some years the count approaches one million birds. As remarkable as those numbers are, the bulk of this flight is extremely contracted. In most years about 70 percent of all the migrant seabirds pass in five weeks (from about October 7 to November 14). Varieties can and do show up at any time, and some very unexpected species have chosen to fly by the Avalon Seawatch during the past 19 years.
Along New Jersey's coast, a pathway atop a concrete sea wall provides a popular place for North Wildwood residents and visitors to enjoy ocean views. Beginning near 2nd Avenue and John F. Kennedy Boulevard on the seaward side of the city, the route traces the Hereford Inlet. Along the way, a worthwhile side excursion is a visit to the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse and in season, its surrounding gardens. At the southern end of the trail, you can also easily access the nearby Wildwood Boardwalk, a popular attraction to experience when closed up and silent.
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North Wildwood Sea Wall
200A John F Kennedy Beach Dr
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Along New Jersey's coast, a pathway atop a concrete sea wall provides a popular place for North Wildwood residents and visitors to enjoy ocean views. Beginning near 2nd Avenue and John F. Kennedy Boulevard on the seaward side of the city, the route traces the Hereford Inlet. Along the way, a worthwhile side excursion is a visit to the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse and in season, its surrounding gardens. At the southern end of the trail, you can also easily access the nearby Wildwood Boardwalk, a popular attraction to experience when closed up and silent.
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary is a 21.5-acre bird sanctuary and nature preserve in Stone Harbor, Cape May County, New Jersey. It was created in 1947 and designated a National Natural Landmark in 1965, the first in New Jersey.
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Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary
11400 3rd Ave
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Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary is a 21.5-acre bird sanctuary and nature preserve in Stone Harbor, Cape May County, New Jersey. It was created in 1947 and designated a National Natural Landmark in 1965, the first in New Jersey.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service maintains more than 11000 acres of precious wildlife habitat in New Jersey's Cape May Peninsula.
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Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
12001 Pacific Ave
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service maintains more than 11000 acres of precious wildlife habitat in New Jersey's Cape May Peninsula.

Active Attractions

The park is just a mile from the house. Explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits with 200 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles and approximately 500 animals. The Cape May County Zoo is open 364 days a year (closed Christmas). Summer Hours: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. beginning November 2nd. No admission fee. The zoo is free of charge! Donations are appreciated. The park portion is lovely, as well. It has walking trails throughout as well as the Tree to Tree obstacle course.
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Cape May County Park & Zoo
707 U.S. 9
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The park is just a mile from the house. Explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits with 200 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles and approximately 500 animals. The Cape May County Zoo is open 364 days a year (closed Christmas). Summer Hours: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. beginning November 2nd. No admission fee. The zoo is free of charge! Donations are appreciated. The park portion is lovely, as well. It has walking trails throughout as well as the Tree to Tree obstacle course.
South Jersey’s premiere aerial adventure course featuring zip lines, nets, Tarzan swings and other fun obstacles for every age and ability. Tree To Tree’s color coded courses become progressively more difficult and are designed to challenge both the mind and body. Open March - November.
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Tree To Tree Cape May
707 U.S. 9
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South Jersey’s premiere aerial adventure course featuring zip lines, nets, Tarzan swings and other fun obstacles for every age and ability. Tree To Tree’s color coded courses become progressively more difficult and are designed to challenge both the mind and body. Open March - November.
A must visit destination while on the Cape.
The Sperlak Gallery and Sculpture Gardens
521 NJ-47
A must visit destination while on the Cape.
Marked trails for birding, hiking and running.
New Jersey Lizard Tail Swamp Preserve
Marked trails for birding, hiking and running.

Educational

Nature center featuring an aquarium and other exhibits on local marine life and animals of the salt marsh. Open year round, The Wetlands Institute hosts interactive educational programs for all ages. Learn about the creatures that call the marsh and the coast their home with unparalleled access to the marsh and coastal ecosystems. Observe and get up close and personal with coastal animals and plants from an elevated marsh walkway and dock; by kayak, paddleboard or boat; from an observation tower; or from a lecture hall with panoramic marsh views. Take a naturalist-led walk down a salt marsh trail, the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary, or on the dunes of Avalon. Attend special events featuring hands-on, feet-wet activities and get a glimpse of the work done by their research, conservation and education departments.
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The Wetlands Institute
1075 Stone Harbor Blvd
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Nature center featuring an aquarium and other exhibits on local marine life and animals of the salt marsh. Open year round, The Wetlands Institute hosts interactive educational programs for all ages. Learn about the creatures that call the marsh and the coast their home with unparalleled access to the marsh and coastal ecosystems. Observe and get up close and personal with coastal animals and plants from an elevated marsh walkway and dock; by kayak, paddleboard or boat; from an observation tower; or from a lecture hall with panoramic marsh views. Take a naturalist-led walk down a salt marsh trail, the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary, or on the dunes of Avalon. Attend special events featuring hands-on, feet-wet activities and get a glimpse of the work done by their research, conservation and education departments.

Food scene

Great Pizza! Beer on tap.
Stone Harbor Pizza Pub
315 96th St
Great Pizza! Beer on tap.
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The YB
314 Beach Ave
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George's Place
301 Beach Ave
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French patisserie!
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Chez Michel
600 Park Blvd
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French patisserie!
SAX
9601 3rd Ave
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Lucky Bones Back Water Grille
1200 NJ-109
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Easy and delicious meal. BYOB
Claudio's Pizza Kitchen
205 S Main St
Easy and delicious meal. BYOB
tacoshop
5 Court House South Dennis Road
Amazing culinary experience in a beautifully restored historic inn.
Provence | Cape May Restaurant
Amazing culinary experience in a beautifully restored historic inn.
Great Italian.
Il Posto Ristorante
Great Italian.
Best seafood market in the area.
Matthews Seafood Market
206 W Mechanic St
Best seafood market in the area.
Great wood fired pizza and I love their kale caesar salad.
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Poppi's Brick Oven Pizza & Kitchen
4709 New Jersey Ave
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Great wood fired pizza and I love their kale caesar salad.
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MudHen Brewing Company
127 W Rio Grande Ave
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Great sandwiches to go.
Mandy's Subs
518 Stone Harbor Blvd
Great sandwiches to go.
Yum! Won't be disappointed. Unless they close to go surfing.
Seven Mile Pies
261 96th Street
Yum! Won't be disappointed. Unless they close to go surfing.
Great sushi.
Murasaki
13 South Dennisville Road
Great sushi.
I love to sit by the fire and order small plates.
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Ebbitt Room
25 Jackson St
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I love to sit by the fire and order small plates.

Wine

Fabulous wines at a beautifully intimate and family owned vineyard.
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Vườn nho & nhà máy rượu Turdo
3911 Bayshore Rd
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Fabulous wines at a beautifully intimate and family owned vineyard.
Lovely venue, good wines.
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Vườn nho & xưởng rượu Hawk Haven
600 S Railroad Ave
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Lovely venue, good wines.
Lovely vineyard. Good selection of wines.
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Cape May Winery & Vineyard
711 Town Bank Rd
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Lovely vineyard. Good selection of wines.

Beer

Beers are consistently good.
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Ludlam Island Brewery
2051 Stoney Ct
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Beers are consistently good.
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7 Mile Brewery
3156 Rte 9 S
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Beer and atmosphere very good.
Behr Brewing
Beer and atmosphere very good.
Great beer - great atmosphere.
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Cape May Brewing Co. Tasting Room & Brewtique
1250 Hornet Rd
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Great beer - great atmosphere.
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Slack Tide Brewing Company
1879 NJ-83
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