A small borough at the southwestern tip of Cape May County, known for quiet streets, birding, state park access, and views around the lighthouse and Delaware Bay.
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A small borough at the southwestern tip of Cape May County, known for quiet streets, birding, state park access, and views around the lighthouse and Delaware Bay. Cape May Point is much quieter than Cape May City, with little commercial activity and a strong nature-oriented identity. It feels more like a retreat than a resort town.
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dogs
Dogs permitted year-round except when lifeguards on duty (9:30am–5:30pm)
tents
Tents and canopies banned
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)
Cape May Point Beach
No direct transit; 2 mi from Cape May bus stop
Bike or drive from Cape May
66°
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
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Tonight
64°
Mostly Clear
Tuesday
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Tuesday Night
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Mostly Clear
Wednesday
76°
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