Nature & Wildlife at the Jersey Shore
Birding festivals, whale watching, and outdoor education events
24
Events
1
Major Festivals
7
Free Events
8
Months Active
Major Nature & Wildlife
LBI Surf Fishing Classic
Long Beach Island
One of America's oldest surf fishing tournaments with $25,000+ in prizes.
Four days of peak-migration birding field trips and talks in Cape May.
Boat-based striped bass tournament with weigh-in at Sea Shell Resort.
Local Nature & Wildlife
Already happened this year — 18 events
Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
Cape May Point • August 28, 2026 Already happened this year
Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing Party
Island Beach State Park • August 12, 2026 Already happened this year
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center Annual Beach Cleanup
Cape May • August 2, 2026 Already happened this year
Wetlands Institute Summer Celebration
Stone Harbor • August 1, 2026 Already happened this year
Sedge Island Kayak EcoTour
Island Beach State Park • June 24, 2026 Already happened this year
Wildlife Conservation Film Festival
Cape May Point • June 11-14, 2026 Already happened this year
LBI Grand Slam Surf Fishing Tournament
Long Beach Island • May 31, 2026 Already happened this year
LBI Spring Surf Fishing Derby
Long Beach Island • April 4 - June 21, 2026 Already happened this year
Nature & Wildlife by Month
Nature & Wildlife by County
Monmouth County
0
events
Ocean County
9
events
Atlantic County
1
events
Cape May County
14
events
Frequently Asked Questions
What nature & wildlife are there at the Jersey Shore?
The Jersey Shore hosts 24 nature & wildlife throughout the year. Birding festivals, whale watching, and outdoor education events
When is the best time for nature & wildlife at the shore?
Nature & Wildlife events happen throughout the year, with events in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
Are there free nature & wildlife at the Jersey Shore?
Yes, 7 of the 24 nature & wildlife at the Jersey Shore are free to attend.