North Wildwood

Wide, white sandy beaches, a boardwalk with a variety of attractions, and the historic Hereford Inlet Lighthouse give North Wildwood its varied character. Public beaches sit alongside places for entertainment and culture. Saltwater fishing is another possible activity. If you’re deciding what to focus on during your vacation, North Wildwood offers a range of options: time at the beach, activities on the boardwalk, or a visit to the lighthouse.

Beaches and Boardwalk

The beaches in North Wildwood are wide, white, sandy, and open to the public. This is a clear starting point for planning your vacation if beach days appeal to you. The boardwalk offers something different, with snack stands, gift shops, arcades, miniature golf, and gambling. The options range from food and shopping to entertainment. When choosing a destination, you can weigh up whether the beach or the boardwalk attractions matter more to you.

The North Wildwood Beach Patrol is also part of the town’s history. It was founded in 1914 and is still in operation. These two details indicate both the organization’s historical roots and its current status.

Hereford Inlet Lighthouse: Museum and Tours

Hereford Inlet Lighthouse was built in 1874 and serves as a museum with a gift shop. It also offers tours year-round. For those interested in culture, the lighthouse can be included as a destination in its own right: it combines a specific date in history with a museum and guided tours. The lighthouse is listed on both the state register and the National Historic Register. These listings are part of its historical significance and are distinct from its function as a museum and the tours it offers.

For directions, the Historic Trail also provides a route to the lighthouse: the route follows Ocean Drive to North Wildwood and the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. It is located at the intersection of 1st Street and Central Avenue. These streets and the intersection offer a specific reference point when you’re working out where it is as part of your travel planning.

Saltwater Fishing as Another Option

In North Wildwood, saltwater fishing is possible both from shore and aboard a charter boat. If fishing is one of the experiences you’re looking for, the main decision for your vacation is which of these two options to choose.

When searching for a vacation rental, consider which of these aspects of the town matters most for your trip; choosing the right vacation destination starts with your plans and the experiences you’re looking for.

More Places

Also explore Marmora, Avalon, Wildwood, Dennis, Stone Harbor, Wildwood Crest, Middle Township and Ocean City.

For the broader travel overview: Cape May.