Cape May Beach Badges 2026
Current Cape May beach badge prices, discounts, and where to buy tags before you hit the sand.
Cape May beach badge prices (2026)
| Badge type | Price |
|---|---|
| Daily badge | $10 |
| Weekly badge | $25 |
| Season badge | $40 |
| Kids under 11 | Free |
Prices are updated annually and may change — confirm with the town before you go.
Good to know
3-day pass $20. Season $30 before April 30. Under 11 FREE. Military/Veterans FREE.
🕐 When badges are required
Jersey Shore beach badges are generally required from Memorial Day through Labor Day, roughly 9 AM to 5 PM while checkers are on duty. Early mornings, evenings, and the off-season are free at virtually every town.
🎫 Where to buy badges
Daily badges are sold at beach entrances by badge checkers — bring cash, since many don't take cards. Season badges are usually sold at the municipal building, often with early-bird discounts in spring.
Cape May beach badge questions
How much is a beach badge in Cape May?
In Cape May, daily badges are $10, weekly badges are $25, and season badges are $40. 3-day pass $20. Season $30 before April 30. Under 11 FREE. Military/Veterans FREE.
Do kids need a beach badge in Cape May?
Children under 11 do not need a badge in Cape May.
Where can I buy Cape May beach badges?
Daily badges are typically sold right at the beach entrances by badge checkers (bring cash — many don't take cards). Season badges are usually available at the municipal building or borough hall, often with early-bird discounts in spring.
When are beach badges required in Cape May?
Like most Jersey Shore towns, Cape May requires badges during the summer season — typically Memorial Day through Labor Day, roughly 9 AM to 5 PM when checkers are on duty. Early mornings, evenings, and the off-season are free.
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