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Camping near Wildwood, New Jersey ranges from full-hookup RV resorts to tent sites and cabin accommodations, with most campgrounds located within 5-10 miles of the Atlantic coast. Sun Outdoors Cape May, Beachcomber Camping Resort, and Ocean View Resort Campground offer full-service camping within a short drive of popular beach destinations. These developed campgrounds accommodate tent campers, RV travelers, and those seeking cabin or glamping accommodations, with most properties located within 5-10 miles of Wildwood's beaches and attractions.
Camping in this coastal region operates primarily from April through October, with most facilities closing during winter months. Belleplain State Forest remains open year-round, providing an alternative when seasonal campgrounds shut down. Reservations are essential during summer weekends and holidays when occupancy reaches maximum capacity. Sites with hookups and premium amenities often book months in advance for peak season. The region experiences hot, humid summers and moderate spring and fall conditions ideal for camping. As one camper noted, "We were very pleased with the size of our site. The campground was quiet and the bathhouses were clean. We happened to be there when it was 100 degrees so we definitely noticed that the bathhouses weren't air conditioned."
Mixed-use campgrounds dominate the Wildwood area, with facilities like Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort and Shellbay Campgrounds offering multiple accommodation types. Many campgrounds feature swimming pools, recreation centers, and organized activities alongside basic camping amenities. Cape May beaches, located a short drive from most campgrounds, provide additional recreational opportunities. Campers consistently mention appreciation for the variety of on-site amenities while noting potential drawbacks. According to visitor feedback, "The campground was clean and flawless. We stayed for the Halloween Weekend and loved it so much we are going part-time seasonal there next year. This is a place where kids can be kids!" However, some report that sites can feel crowded during peak season, with one camper stating the park was "a little tight" with limited space between neighboring campsites.
"The park was easy to find and located just a few minutes’ drive from Wildwood beaches and a few extra minutes to Cape May beaches and attractions."
"Stayed in a drive through, patio site with full hook-ups. It was situated on a corner spot. A lot of RV, golf cart, bike, and people traffic due to the location."
"My group was there, on two adjacent sites, from Sunday to Tuesday, in early June. The weather could not have been more ideal! We were on sites G12 and G13, which were both really large."
"There is also a section of walk-in tent sites, each with 1 parking spot semi close by. (Bring a wagon if you stay at one of these)."
from $30 - $99 / night
Check Availability"The location was perfect if you wanted to visit Cape May or go into Wildwood only 15 minutes away."
"Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."
"A beautiful wooded campground close to the beaches of Cape May, New Jersey. Very family oriented and really a great place for adults too."
"Lots to do and the beautiful beaches of Cape May, New Jersey are a short 10 minute drive. The different types of camping/glamping experiences exceeded my expectations."
from $42 / night
Check Availability"It's very close to everything, but you don't even need to leave the campground! There are a ton of activities!"
"We went to Ocean View Resort in New Jersey to kick off the 2022 season in our new Fleetwood Discovery LXE. And we’re glad we did! "
"They allowed me to drive around first and pick out a campsite before checking in. They charge $5 extra for a dog. So far it is very quiet and that's what I was looking for."
"Very nice campground tucked away in southern NJ. Clean facilities. Plenty of space for our tent. lake for swimming and you can rent boats. nice hiking trails and playground."
"It is also reasonably priced, especially given the location that is within a bicycle ride to the beach, the ocean, and lots of shops and restaurants in Cape May."
"Good site location"
"well maintained, wonderful pool and splash pad, great location!!"
"Kids love the lake. Bathroom cleaned daily. Could use more showers. Nice and quiet at night."
"Great location close to Cape May and Wildwood."
"Very close to local shops and attractions. The pool was great. They have 2 on site with a shallower one and an 8ft. No real activities or events when we were there."
"Looking for a trip to the Jersey shore (near Stone Harbor, Avalon, Wildwood, Cape May, & more) - look no further than Shellbay Camping Resort."
"I remember my excitement to go camping, meet other kids at the campground, and have plenty of things to do close by (beach, shopping, swimming pool)"
ScoutWe stayed at the group site campground with our horse. We found the sites to be large, and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they have fall activities for the family, at the lake and nature hikes. The porta potty's are very clean, have hand sanitizer and plenty of paper. Will be returning again in a few weeks. Plenty of trails to ride on. A true gem in our own backyard.
ScoutQuiet primitive campsites with slight road noise. We didn’t hear any train during our stay. We stayed at site 10 on the left branch where the newer gravel tent sites are in the pines. The potalet is nearby. It’s was dark at our campsite when we arrived. Nice and level gravel pad with plenty of room - sites are large enough to pull into and k turn if needed (although we saw the sign saying to park parallel to the site entrance in the morning- we have a roof top tent on our vehicle). When I put my headlamp on there were all these tiny sparkles on the ground out among the pine trees surrounding our campsite. When I walked up really close to one and shined my lamp on it, I saw that they are pretty big spiders. A little unnerving but also pretty? Told my brain I was in a glittery fairy forest and slept fine. 🤣
TravelerMany long term seasonal sites. Good community. Large shower house good and clean . Pool. Game room. Off leash dog park. Wooded/shady sites or no shade sunny sites. Lots of area to walk or play. Large field, basketball couture, frisky golf, play area and laundry room. We were here all summer (June-october). Lots to do in the area. Good food nearby. Ocean city 10 minutes away.
ScoutThis is one of the largest, if not the largest, campgrounds in Southern New Jersey. While on the pricier side, everything is top-notch. The roads are all paved, and not gravel (I hate trying to sleep and listening to the sound of stones grating together). The sites are more spacious than most campgrounds, so it doesn't seem so crowded. The bathrooms are all modern and spotless. There are numerous bathrooms which means most sites have one nearby. They do charge a quarter for showers to encourage water conservation and donate the money to conservation causes. The pool is large, as is the lake. Both are well-maintained. The camp store is enormous and is really nice and well-stocked with everything one might need from food to pool and beach stuff to camping supplies and equipment. There is a nice cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. The camp store has a lending library of books and DVDs. There are numerous activities that appear to be well-run, The grounds are shaded with many trees for a great wooded campground feel. The campground is so large that it has an internal shuttle with stations scattered about to help people go between the various important sites such as at the pool, the lake and the store. I found other campers, particularly the seasonals, to be more friendly than other campgrounds at the shore. This requires constant tree care including removing dead trees and branches which they do regularly. The staff is friendly and well-trained. I was in a tent, and when a rare October nor'easter came through, I was offered the opportunity to use a cabin free-of-charge. Fortunately my tent and equipment made it through days of rain and high winds just fine . On my first stay in May, I had to run my dog back to Baltimore towards the end of my trip where he was sadly diagnosed with incurable metastatic cancer. When I returned, I was late and unable to check out by 11, but they allowed me to take as much time as needed to clear the site, as nobody was staying there the next day, which was deeply appreciated - I was an emotional wreck. Oh, and I found the complimentary Wi-Fi to be a great service, and sufficiently fast to allow me to stream ultra-high-definition movies at my site - Most campgrounds charge extra for less-than-good service - a lot more. I find that a big bonus. Overall, I LOVE this campground and highly recommend it.
ScoutI’ve stayed here multiple times over the past 15 years and I have enjoyed each trip.
Depot Travel Park is a well-maintained family-owned campground. It is also reasonably priced, especially given the location that is within a bicycle ride to the beach, the ocean, and lots of shops and restaurants in Cape May. It is the only campground on the Cape May side of the canal.
Please note that this is not a resort campground and it doesn’t have a pool. There is so much to do in Cape May that is doesn’t need to be a resort.
Since it’s not a resort campground, there are not many golf carts, so most people use their bicycles or cars to get around. That also makes the campground pretty quiet, even during the peak of summer.
The campground sells firewood and propane, but there is no camp store. Again, it doesn’t really need one, since there is a farmers market at the end of the driveway, and a CVS and an ACME supermarket within bicycle riding distance.
If your site doesn’t have a sewer hookup, the dump station is a little awkward to access, but they have a daily honey wagon for a reasonable fee, which is great. If you notify the office the day before you need it and they are usually there in the morning.
They close for the season n October, but they reopen briefly during the Cape May Christmas Parade weekend in December. That’s one thing that I’d like to do soon.
I really like this campground and I am always recommending it to friends.
GuidePretty easy camping trip, plenty of room to set up camp. Level spots. We stayed on south inlet campground. They have small camp store multiple laundry and bath houses. Great stay if you enjoy fishing, as. You can fish the inlet at the campground. They have a very nice playground for kids as well! Only negative is no camp fires allowed, they do have a community area you can have a camp fires allowed. Also no wifi
ScoutMy check in was for 8-6-2026, and bc I’m a new driver and wanted to beat traffic I got there early (7am) so I sit there waiting till check in time. When suddenly the park police show up. He’s accusing me of camping over night there. I told him simply I wasn’t and where I was night prior (would never sleep somewhere without permission). So we go to the store to kill time before we check in. Come back for Check in and the whole staff in just the office alone were so arrogant and cold to my mom and I, leaving rude comments to us and not only where they like that but the staff outside the office was acting like that alongside the rangers and park police. They would watch us the whole visit in the distance parking there cars a little ways watching everything we did,even driving by slowly a bunch of times in just an hour alone. My mom and I couldn’t do anything with out them showing up 2 mins later. Example we were walking our dog enjoying our time(trying to) and all of a sudden one of the office ladies pulls up right in front of us speeding, parks their car, gets out and walks a distance from us standing there and taking pictures of us…. For walking our dog who’s on a leash and didn’t even do anything. The whole trip we felt uncomfortable and unwanted and to find out they police when we were going on walks where coming up to campers near us bribing them with free firewood to get any information on use (told to us by other camper). I paid a lot of money to be harassed and followed the whole time. We never did anything we abide by every rule and keep to ourselves everywhere we go. They even made my mother cry…
ScoutGreat place. Close to beach. No septic hookup
ScoutLove it every year . We g for mother's Day. And the schedule for the events they do during even just the weekend make for fun filled hassle free weekend
Camping in the Wildwood area of New Jersey centers around several established campgrounds along the Cape May peninsula. Sun Outdoors Cape May, Beachcomber Camping Resort, and Shellbay Campgrounds represent the core camping options within a short drive of Wildwood's beaches. Most facilities in this coastal region accommodate both tent and RV camping, with many sites also offering cabin rentals and glamping options. The proximity to beaches and Cape May attractions makes these developed campgrounds popular during summer months, when advanced reservations are essential.
The camping season in this coastal region typically runs from April through October, with most developed campgrounds closing during winter months. Notable exceptions include Belleplain State Forest and Thousand Trails Sea Pines, which remain open year-round. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly for weekend stays during peak summer season. Facilities generally include full hookups, showers, and recreational amenities like swimming pools. The area's flat terrain makes access straightforward for all vehicle types, though sites fill quickly during summer holidays. One camper noted, "Campground is secure at all times, tent spots were slightly smaller than what we expected but did the job nicely. All staff were helpful and even let us check in early."
Visitors frequently highlight the family-friendly atmosphere and proximity to beaches as major advantages of camping near Wildwood. Mixed-use campgrounds with both seasonal and transient sites characterize the area, creating established camping communities. While sites tend to be closer together than in more remote camping destinations, the trade-off includes access to amenities and activities. The Cape May Bike Trail provides excellent recreation options, connecting several campgrounds to beaches and shopping areas. Several campers mentioned cleanliness as a consistent positive, with one visitor stating, "The campground was quiet and the bathhouses were clean. We were very pleased with the size of our site." Many campgrounds offer rental options beyond traditional camping, including safari tents and cottages for those seeking more comfort while enjoying the coastal environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Wildwood, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, Wildwood, NJ offers a wide range of camping options, with 107 campgrounds and RV parks near Wildwood, NJ and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Wildwood, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wildwood, NJ is Sun Outdoors Cape May with a 4.1-star rating from 26 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wildwood, NJ?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Wildwood, NJ.
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