Recognized as “the Nation’s Oldest Seashore Resort,” Cape May, N.J., is a historic Victorian gem with natural beauty that has been a draw for centuries. As a premier tourist destination, Cape May is considered one of the most desired vacation hot spots in the country, attracting hundreds of people to its shoreline each year.
There are over 600 Victorian buildings complete with ornate gingerbread architecture on tree-lined streets with picture-perfect gardens. Downtown offers a three-block pedestrian concourse comprised of small boutique shops, fabulous dining experiences and plenty to explore during your visit.
Cape May boasts award-winning beaches and the promenade, which stretches parallel to Beach Avenue for nearly two miles. Run, walk or bike along this paved boardwalk and enjoy outstanding ocean views or sink your toes into the white sandy beach—you know it’s calling your name! The promenade also offers arcades, candy stores, ice cream and more—perfect for kids of all ages.
This area boasts a number of RV resorts and campgrounds with on-site amenities that are great for the whole family. Just minutes from downtown Cape May, you’ll find Seashore RV & Campsite Resort (left). Located on 90 acres of wooded land, Seashore offers spacious RV and tent sites with an assortment of on-site activities to keep you busy. Take the kids to the private beach or play a round of miniature golf. There are also arcade games, basketball courts, a heated swimming pool and much more.
Not far from the historic charm of Cape May is Lake Laurie RV & Camping Resort, which offers a fantastic location and a great selection of RV sites and vacation rentals. This resort features a great amenity package, including a private lake for swimming and fishing, brand-new basketball and tennis courts, planned activities an in-ground swimming pool and more. During your stay at Lake Laurie, take the family to nearby Sunset Beach and search for Cape May Diamonds, polished quartz crystals that wash up on shore just waiting to be collected! And just like its namesake, watching the sunset is another popular pastime for those visiting this beach.
Other nearby accommodations to check out in this area are Big Timber Lake Camping Resort (above, right) and Driftwood Camping Resort (right). Both are situated in prime locations that are just minutes away from this area and everything else that Cape May has to offer. Big Timber Lake and Driftwood both feature full hookup RV sites and vacation rentals so you can customize your vacation as you see fit. They also have a great selection of on-site amenities such as swimming pools, sandy beaches with lake access, playgrounds, planned activities and other outdoor sports to keep the whole family entertained.
Big Timber Lake and Driftwood are conveniently located by the beaches and boardwalks of The Wildwoods and Avalon. The Wildwoods features a five-mile stretch of beach and an award-winning boardwalk packed with stores, eateries, water parks, live entertainment and an amusement park—there’s something for everyone here! Avalon is more intimate with a quiet, upscale atmosphere and offers small boutique shopping and fine dining.
The Cape May area is a true seaside gem that you won’t want to miss.
