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Experience 38 blocks of fun and excitement with our guide on the Wildwoods Boardwalk.

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The Wildwoods’ award-winning Boardwalk features 38 blocks packed end to end with shops, arcades, carnival games of chance, three beachfront waterparks, eateries, entertainment and three action-packed amusement piers with over 100 rides and attractions. The sights, the sounds and the smells of the Wildwoods Boardwalk are just pure sensory overload! Day or night, whether you’re out for a morning bike ride, taking in the carnival-like atmosphere or simply out for a stroll enjoying the refreshing salt air, there’s always something happening.
 

Boardwalk History

Since its birth as a mere 150-yard stretch of boards in the 1890s, the Wildwoods Boardwalk has always been the center of activity. Throughout the years, the Boardwalk has gone through many transformations, growing and evolving with the mood of the country and, in over one hundred years of history. The boardwalk moved closer to the ocean twice due to the changing shoreline. Today, the Wildwoods Boardwalk is one of the country’s last great seaside promenades.
A carnival ride spins and glows in the evening at the Wildwoods Boardwalk.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the hours of the Wildwoods Boardwalk?

The Wildwoods Boardwalk is open year-round, running for 24 hours on a daily basis. 

2. Where does the Wildwoods Boardwalk start and end?

The Wildwoods Boardwalk begins in the western part of Rambler Road Park and stretches east along the piers. There, visitors can follow a concrete path that leads to wooden planks of the charming Boardwalk.  Strolling towards Gateway 26, wooden planks give way to a concrete path, following eastward to John F. Kennedy Beach Drive and ending by the seawall.

3. How long is the Wildwoods Boardwalk?

The Boardwalk spans almost 2.5 miles, featuring over 70,000 wooden planks and plenty of unforgettable activities.

4. Is the Wildwoods Boardwalk free?

The Wildwoods Boardwalk is free and open to the public, but costs to certain attractions may vary. 

5. Where can visitors park near the Wildwoods Boardwalk?

The Wildwoods Boardwalk parking lot is located at 4314 Boardwalk. Visitors can also park for free on the western side of New Jersey Avenue. There is additional meter parking near the beach. 

6. What is the backpack policy?

Boardwalk-goers are prohibited from bringing backpacks and bags that are more than eight inches deep, from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. on a daily basis. 

A family hold plushies outside the Mariner's Arcade.A small Coca Cola train rides through the attractions of the Wildwoods Boardwalk.A group of people ride their bikes through the Wildwoods Boardwalk.The Wildwoods Boardwalk illuminated at night by signs and string lights.Children play a carnival game at Wildwoods Boardwalk.A crowd of people stroll through the Boardwalk at night.Visitors shop at the Candyland booth in the Wildwoods Boardwalk.The attractions and rides of the Boardwalk glow at night.The Morey's Piers entrance sign with a pretzel booth and the Ferris wheel in the background.
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