NJShore Guide

North Wildwood Beaches

Everything you need to know about the beaches in North Wildwood, New Jersey.

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Beach Badge Information

Daily

FREE

Weekly

N/A

Season

N/A

Kids Free Under

12

FREE BEACH! No badges required at any time.

Beach Water Quality

7 monitored locations in North Wildwood

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7 Excellent/Good

Data: NJDEP Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program (2021-2025)

Beaches in North Wildwood

North Wildwood Beach

🏄 Surfing👨‍👩‍👧 Family

Wide, FREE beaches slightly less crowded than Wildwood proper. Great for families wanting space to spread out.

Amenities

free accesswide beachlifeguardsless crowded

Best For

swimmingrelaxationsurfingfamilies

Hereford Inlet Beach

👨‍👩‍👧 Family

Northern tip of the island near the lighthouse. Calmer waters and beautiful views of Hereford Inlet.

Amenities

free accessinlet viewslighthouse nearbycalmer water

Best For

swimmingrelaxationfamiliesescape-crowds

Beach Parking

Parking Type: mixed

Daily Rate: $20

Street Parking: Available

Parking Lots: Yes

Meters: Yes

Paid parking near beach and boardwalk. Free parking available farther from beach.

Beach Day Essentials

Gear up for North Wildwood Beach. Quality beach gear pays for itself vs. daily rentals.

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