Frequently Asked Questions
ABOUT THE WILDWOODS
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Using the Wildwoods Trip Builder is easy once you get the hang of it. Start by selecting your trip duration in the “My Trip” menu and click “submit.” If you are planning on staying over, visit the Places To Stay search page to select your accommodations. Find where you want to stay and click on the flag icon to add it to your trip. Next visit any of the Plan A Vacation pages to search for fun Events, Things To Do, Places To Eat, Places to Explore or Places to Golf. Click on the flags on any of the search results in the pages to add those activities to your trip. Please note that any events you select must take place during your previously identified trip duration window. You can click on “My Trip” at any time to review or modify your selection. When you think you have your trip all picked out, click the teal “View My Trip” button to see your completed trip. Don’t worry, you can always come back and edit your trip later.
There are no beach fees in the Wildwoods. No smoking, glass containers, barbecues or alcohol permitted. Beach access is restricted from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. from May through September (9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. in North Wildwood).
North Wildwood: May 15 through September 30
Wildwood: May 9 through October 31
Wildwood Crest: May 15 through September 15
Pets are allowed on beaches from October to May, but are not allowed on the Boardwalk at any time. There are Dog Beaches at Glenwood Avenue in Wildwood and 24th Avenue in North Wildwood. Dogs must be leashed on the beach, but may be off-leash within the dog park.
For a complete list of all pet-friendly accommodations, please visit our online booking engine by clicking ‘Book Your Stay’ in the menu bar. Choose your dates to search, then filter your search by amenity, and be sure to click the box marked ‘Pet Friendly’. An entire list of all properties that allow pets will be listed. For more information about traveling to the Wildwoods with your pet, please visit this pet-friendly guide.
There is no admission fee. The Wildwoods are located on the southernmost barrier island in southern New Jersey. The destination, however, does have a lot of attractions and activities available, some of which have admission fees. There is no admission fee to access the amusement piers, but tickets must be purchased to ride.
North Wildwood: Inlet and 3rd Avenue Beach; call 609-522-7500 for daily updates.
Wildwood: Permitted on Andrews Avenue.
Wildwood Crest: Permitted on Rambler/Orchid Roads, Myrtle/Primrose Roads, Cardinal/Sweetbriar Roads, Crocus/Aster Roads. Part-time surfing beach located at Hollywood/Topeka from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. noon daily.
You can find all the information on amusement pier and waterpark rates at www.moreyspiers.com.
There are fireworks every Friday night at 10 p.m. from the end of June through Labor Day Weekend. They are set off from Pine Avenue Beach in Wildwood but are visible from almost anywhere on the island. Stay up to date on firework cancellations due to inclement weather by checking our Facebook page: Facebook.com/wildwoodsnewjersey
A number of stores will be open starting mid-April, with all stores opening by Memorial Day Weekend.
The Wildwoods Convention Center and boardwalk do not supply wheelchairs. Contact the Wildwood Rental Supply at 609-522-2724.
Yes. Please contact your respective beach patrol for handicap access to the beach: Wildwood, 609-522-8258; Wildwood Crest, 609-522-3825; North Wildwood, 609-522-4348.
Bicycles are allowed on the boardwalk from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. daily. Motorized skateboards, motorized bicycles, motorized scooters, mopeds, motorcycles, and go-carts are prohibited on the Wildwoods Boardwalk.
Tramcars begin running on weekends at the end of May and then full-time around mid-June. Call the Sightseer Tram Car office at 609-523-8726 or visit DooWW.com for up-to-date information.
The Wildwoods make up a barrier island shore town with seasonal attractions. The island is never “closed” as there are many full-time residents and businesses. There are events happening all year long. Stay up to date by visiting our Events Calendar!
Find the Wildwoods on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. All are updated regularly.
Thankfully, no. The Wildwoods has proven to be super resilient against Mother Nature (knock wood). We have not been affected by recent storms and have remained completely intact and unhindered.
The Wildwoods was named one of the ‘25 Best Family Beach Vacations to Take with the Kids in the USA’ by TripAdvisor. Bring the whole family – we have something for everyone 😊.
