The northern half of Seven Mile Island, known for quiet beaches, high-end homes, polished retail, and a restrained resort atmosphere.
Cape May County·South Shore·Verified May 15, 2026·Official site ↗
The northern half of Seven Mile Island, known for quiet beaches, high-end homes, polished retail, and a restrained resort atmosphere. Avalon feels more residential and upscale than many Shore towns, with commercial activity concentrated around Dune Drive. It shares the island with Stone Harbor, and the two are often experienced together, though Avalon has its own distinct north-island identity.
dogs
Dogs restricted during summer. Off-season on leash
tents
Tents and canopies allowed — no restrictions
surfing
Rafts and surfboards permitted on select beaches only
smoking
Smoking banned on all NJ public beaches (state law since 2019). Fines $250–$1,000
glass
Glass containers prohibited on beach
alcohol
Alcohol prohibited on beach (local ordinance)
Main Beaches
Free parking
No paid parking — one of two South Jersey shore towns with free parking
What people who actually go to Avalon know. Tips are moderated.
No tips here yet. Got one about Avalon? Share it below.
Sign in to share a tip about Avalon.
Route 316 bus
Bus from mainland; walkable town center once there
NJ Transit 316 — Avalon
67°
Mostly Sunny
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued May 18 at 2:52AM EDT until May 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
✈Rip current risk HIGH along entire NJ coast
Avoid swimming beyond waist-depth. Swim near lifeguards only.
Today
80°
Sunny
Tonight
63°
Partly Cloudy
Tuesday
82°
Mostly Sunny
Tuesday Night
65°
Mostly Clear
Wednesday
84°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wednesday Night
58°
Showers And Thunderstorms