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Wildwood Crest with Kids

Family guide & activities

★★★★★Family Rating
All ages, especially 4-12Best For
High in summerCrowds

Wildwood Crest rates 5 of 5 for families in this guide. The kid-friendly attractions, beaches and activities on file are listed below.

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Things to Do with Kids in Wildwood Crest

Beach Play

Building sandcastles, playing in the waves, and beach games

Ages All agesFree

Morey's Piers

100+ rides across three piers including Splash Zone water park

Ages 3-15$50-80

Wildwood Boardwalk

2-mile boardwalk with arcades, games, and tram cars

Ages All agesVaries

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Lifeguarded beaches

Beaches listed with lifeguards in our Wildwood Crest guide: Wildwood Crest Beach. Hours vary by beach.

Beach Safety for Kids

  • Swim in front of a lifeguard stand, and only while it is staffed.
  • Check the lifeguard flags before anyone goes in the water.

Family-Friendly Places to Stay

Icona Diamond Beach

beachfrontfree beachpoolspa

Crystal Beach Motor Inn

heated salt water poolkiddie poolfree beachfamily friendly

Caribbean Motel

outdoor poolDoo Wop architecturefree beachfree parking

Attache Oceanfront Resort

beachfronttwo poolsplaygroundfree beach

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Wildwood Crest Family Vacation FAQ

Is Wildwood Crest good for families with kids?

Yes — families are Wildwood Crest's core audience. Wildwood Crest Beach anchor the kid itinerary, and 2 of the town's beaches are flagged family-friendly in our guide.

What age kids is Wildwood Crest best for?

All ages travel well here: Wildwood Crest Beach suits toddlers, while Crest Bike Path keeps grade-schoolers and tweens busy. Teens have enough independence-friendly territory to explore on their own.

Are there lifeguards on Wildwood Crest beaches?

Yes — Wildwood Crest Beach is staffed in season. Swim in front of a stand and follow the flags.

How much are beach badges in Wildwood Crest for a family?

Wildwood Crest's beaches are free — no badge needed for anyone. FREE BEACH! No badges required at any time.

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