Cabin accommodations near Cape May, New Jersey range from rustic to luxurious options positioned within several state parks and private resorts. Located at the southernmost tip of New Jersey where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, this area features coastal plains with maritime forests and salt marshes. The region experiences mild winters and humid summers, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons.
What to do
Beach access with privacy: Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay provides a unique combination of cabin accommodations with waterfront activities. "We enjoyed our stay there. It is a brand new campground so the place is immaculate. The staff is friendly, the campground and their beach were clean and in order, the pool was awesome and the band at the pool each day was a nice touch," reports one visitor, who also noted the on-site café, restaurant, and playground.
Historical exploration: Visit Cape Henlopen State Park Campground to see historic World War II observation towers and bunkers. A camper explains, "As a former military installation, there are lots of military historical items and sites. Underground bunkers and batteries and such. There's a wonderful observation tower built on top of one of these that affords beautiful 360 degree views and photo opportunities."
Biking trails: The region features extensive paved paths ideal for cycling. A visitor to Holly Shores Camping Resort noted, "There is an 11 mile rail trail across the street as well," making it convenient for cabin guests to explore beyond the resort grounds without driving.
What campers like
Swimming options: Many campsites provide multiple water recreation areas. According to a visitor at Ocean View Resort Campground, "This campground had it all from a huge pool and unbelievable splash pad to a great swimming pond with a beach! They just completed a new camp store building that has everything you could think of from camping gear to beach chairs and floats!"
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathhouses remain a top priority for cabin campers who need to use communal facilities. At Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, guests appreciate the "reasonably clean, especially being so close to the ocean" bathhouses. One camper also mentioned the "excellent water pressure" in the shower facilities.
Nature observation: The marshlands and coastal forests provide abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. A camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground remarked, "The hikes in the campground are beautiful. The historic aspect of the Cape amazed me. The ocean is beautiful but a bit of a walk from the tent campsites."
What you should know
Booking timeline: Reserve cabin accommodations 6-8 months in advance for summer weekends. Many visitors report frustration with availability. A camper at Cape Henlopen noted, "We visited off season (early April) and absolutely loved it. The location was great and the beaches are quiet. I hear it gets packed and I see that it's hard to book if you don't book early."
Privacy considerations: Sites at many campgrounds offer limited separation between cabins. A visitor at Beachcomber Camping Resort observed, "The lots have plenty of trees and greenery to help keep you cool and RV in the shade during those hot muggy days. All the lots have sand which can make the RV messy but it's the Jersey coast so it's to be expected."
Site selection: Carefully review cabin locations before booking. At Sun Outdoors Cape May, a visitor advised, "The front of the park is close to the pool and store- if pool noise is a concern you should stay further back. A mix of seasonal,'cabins' and overnight camping."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Look for campgrounds with structured programming for different ages. A visitor at Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort shared, "This place had a lot to do with kids! Lake, pool, ice cream, arcade, mini golf, mining station, activities. Does get very crowded and definitely have to book ahead."
Bike access: Bring or rent bicycles to explore camp areas. At Cape Henlopen State Park Campground, a camper noted, "There is a nature center nearby that also lets you borrow a bike for free if you didn't bring your own. The smell of pine trees and ocean is instantly soothing."
Water safety: Check lifeguard schedules when booking cabins near swimming areas. A visitor to Delaware Seashore State Park Campground mentioned, "The south side has over 300 campsites, some with hookups and some without. The hookup sites were completely full, there were plenty of empty non-hookup sites. The campground is split into two sides of the river. The larger one that we stayed at had a life guarded beach."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Confirm cabin parking area measurements before arrival. At Ocean View Resort, a visitor noted, "We had a large pull through lot with our 36 foot fifth wheel. Friends had a tiny lot with their shorter camper. They had no privacy."
Seasonal considerations: Spring and fall visits offer better availability and milder weather. A visitor to Sun Outdoors Cape May observed, "We stayed here because it was within biking distance of the beaches at Stone Harbor, Wildwood, and Cape May. The tent sites were close together and since it was Labor Day weekend it was pretty full."
