Comments on: Which beach is THE beach?

By: Yana

Yana — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:48:17 +0000

Which beach has the smallest waves?

By: Alamgir Sheikh

Alamgir Sheikh — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:39:34 +0000

My wife and I are in Cape May now since Sat, July 9 celebrating our first wedding anniversary and we will stay here till Thurs, July 14 and I have to say that we both have loved Cape May a lot. Its beautiful and charming town and the atmosphere is very relaxed and easy going. People are friendly. Sites such as Cape May Lighthouse, Lookout Tower, Physick Estate, Cape Point State Park, Cold Spring Village and Beaches are amazing. Its so green here, trees and greenery everywhere and who wouldn’t love the nature. Also doing the Dolphin Watch and Dinner cruise is a lot of fun. Plus its really clean here.
History is amazing and all the house, hotels and B&B are so beautiful. What a contrast from the New York City where we live. Fantastic place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big town like NYC. We will come back again.

By: Alan

Alan — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 17:52:22 +0000

Living in England, I read about Cape May and talked my wife (born and raised in Philly) to going there late last month while we were on holiday (she had never been). It was great: we loved going to the lighthouse and visiting the free beach there. Very few people, no noise, wildlife (purple martins in their birdhouses), it was as if we had found a hidden treasure. OK, so there were potholes in the roads but that added to the sense of visiting a hideaway. And the Victorian villas were gorgeous. We’ll be back for sure.

By: Visitor

Visitor — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:59:16 +0000

We’re in Cape May now. I’m wholly unimpressed with the city as a whole! The $12 a day parking is absurd given the large number of potholes in the streets. We were told that we cannot carry our 4-year-old into the water at The Cove. (My husband was carrying her out until he could hold her hands to jump waves when a lifeguard came rushing over.) Children also cannot wear life preservers over ankle deep. (Why would you wear a life preserver at ankle deep?)

I grew up on the ocean, and we’ve been to beaches all up and down the Eastern Seaboard. Cape May has been the least accommodating experience so far, and we certainly will not be back. We’re driving out of the city for the rest of the week to avoid spending anything more here.

By: karen

karen — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:30:33 +0000

There is really not a bad beach at Cape May. Almost all are easily accessible with parking. Some beaches are free and require no tags. (Higbee, Lighthouse, Sunset) but are not good for Boogy boards. As far as bogey boards, I would try The Cove or Poverty beach or a any of the “ocean” beaches. (some beaches are “bay” beaches, nice for relaxing but small waves).

The ocean beaches all require beach tags that are specific to that beach. They are daily, 3 day , and weekly. (3 day has to be used in 3 consecutive days). All beaches have lifeguards except for the free state park beaches. Lighthouse beach does not allow boogey boards or swimming except for a quick dip or in shallow waters.

We stay for two weeks and go to a different beach every day, depending on our mood and what we want to do. All of the beaches along the ocean from The Cove to Poverty would probably suit your kids since they are older and can go up to the food places and such along the beach area. More people and more things to do there.

Have a great stay here in Cape May.

By: Barb

Barb — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:29:36 +0000

My family and I (kids are 17, 19, 20)are going to Cape May for the first time, on my B-day. After reading all the comments about the beaches, I can’t wait! Which beach has easily accessible parking and a place we can easily buy beach tags? Also, is a beach tag specifically for that ONE beach or can you use it at any beach on Cape May? Thanks. Also, can you use Boogy Boards on the beaches?

By: roland

roland — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:12:03 +0000

i was wondering if you can play vollyball on steggers beach in cape may?

By: karen

karen — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:50:15 +0000

We became Cape May “converts” several years ago when our children were 1 and 4. We’ve been to many of the beaches and they
are all great for different reasons, but, I would suggest trying Higbees beach around 2 in the afternoon for the little ones.
Beautiful sunset, waves are small, you can watch the Cape May-Lewes ferry coming and going (the kids love it), not too crowded
for the kids to get lost, beach is small and usually quiet and no beach tags are needed. Only downside- no bathrooms other than port o pot and dogs are allowed on this beach.
Also, fun place to fish.
Whichever beach you pick, they are all great!!!

By: karen

karen — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:41:51 +0000

where is broadway beach entrance in relation to the vineyard in west cape may?
we stay on stevens street and have been to most of these beaches but am not
sure where broadway beach begins! can’t wait to hit the sand!!!!!

By: Steve

Steve — Mon, 23 May 2011 23:19:04 +0000

I am 60 now & my family has a home in North Cape May. I love Cape May and I have been to all of the beaches but the Cove is my favorite. I love the beautiful view to the lighthouse and the nice long walk to get there. I like it better than Hawaii, Mexico , the Caribbean , Florida & California. We like to take the long walk when the dolphins head down toward the sunken ship !! Can’t wait to go back !!

By: marion

marion — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 07:04:49 +0000

Hello!

I have 8/7 and 4 year old, which beach is the best place for them and I am just wondering if there is any park they can play.
Is portable grilling allowed?

Thanks very much

By: Dan

Dan — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:06:16 +0000

The nearest big intersection is Broadway and Beach Ave. As you are travelling on Broadway toward the beach, turn right on the last street before Beach Drive. You'll see a path at the end of the street, leading to a ramp. Walk up the ramp, and onto the beach. The beach on your left is Cove Beach. On your right is the Conservacy area.

Or you could forget the turn, make a right on Beach Ave and go to the end. The beach on your right is Cove Beach.

By: kim

kim — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:01:23 +0000

Hi,

Is there a address i can put into my gps to get to The Cove? We want to come down this weekend.

Thanks. I tried searching but did not find anything.

Thanks!!!

By: CapeMay.com

CapeMay.com — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:31:19 +0000

There isn't really a difference in water temperature between the beaches (when it's cold, it's COLD!), but Steger's and Congress beaches are great for families because they are close to the center of town, restaurants, a hot dog stand, and mini golf.

You can't ride jet skis onto Cape May city beaches, but your friend can check out the beaches in Wildwood where that is permitted. There are jet ski rentals available from East Coast Parasail.

By: Luciana Glazier

Luciana Glazier — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:44:10 +0000

Hi,

My husband and I are planning our Summer vacation (june 24 to July 10). We have triplets (14 months) so we are looking for a family-friendly place to go. Which beach would be better for us? We like quiet places.

We would like to have warmer waters – is there any difference amongst the beaches there?

A friend is going with us – he loves his jet ski. any place he can use it in Cape May?

Is there any place for fishing?

Thank you very much, Luciana

By: CapeMay.com

CapeMay.com — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:06:30 +0000

If you're looking at a map, the Cove Beach is located at Beach Avenue and 2nd Avenue at the very beginning of the promenade. It's marked by a pavilion. The view looks out toward the lighthouse at Cape May Point.

By: Linda

Linda — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 14:44:00 +0000

Hi JoAnn

could you tell me where The Cove is.. I am new to Cape May and love the beaches but I never heard of The Cove.

thank you , Linda

By: Joe Murray

Joe Murray — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:08:05 +0000

Broadway Beach is a nice eclectic group of people from the locals from North Cape May, Erma & Villas mixing with visitors from Canada and campers from all over. Gladys is the friendly BeachTag sale lady with all the news of what is going on and where to go. Tom the beach tag man makes sure that everyone knows each other. Come say hello.

By: JoAnn

JoAnn — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:50:38 +0000

I love The Cove. The little restaurant there is back in the day awesome. So with bathrooms, food and shelter nearby and BEST the view of the ocean, light house and surfers – what more could you ask for. The people are realy friendly. I am there from May to October and love it.

By: CapeMay.com

CapeMay.com — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:47:40 +0000

Hi, Drew – Thanks for your comments! You're thinking of Steger's Beach, which spans from Perry to Decatur Streets, with Jackson right in the middle.

By: Drew

Drew — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 13:31:08 +0000

Great article that really brings back the memories! What happened to the Jackson Street beach next to what use to be Frank's Playland and the Putt Putt Golf course? Certainly this beach deserves some recognition. That is where I will be camped out this summer!

By: Mike & Ann

Mike & Ann — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:17:13 +0000

Wow, didnt realize there were so many beach areas in Cape May we will be sure to check out everyone of them when we get there.

By: jerry

jerry — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:56:21 +0000

If I told you I'd have to kill you.

By: Alex

Alex — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 10:19:34 +0000

I want to go to Higbee very badly now

By: Ellen

Ellen — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:32:59 +0000

I believe that the species of grass that grows at Poverty Beach is called poverty grass. That is how it got it's name. That is what I have been told.

By: Catherine Slattery

Catherine Slattery — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:26:41 +0000

Terrific, well researched article, makes me want to explore all of the beaches in Cape May!