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Best Campgrounds near Wildwood Crest, NJ

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Camping near Wildwood Crest, New Jersey encompasses a mix of private resorts and state parks within a short drive of the Atlantic Ocean. The region features several established campgrounds that cater to RVs, tent campers, and those seeking cabin or glamping accommodations. Notable options include Beachcomber Camping Resort and Sun Outdoors Cape May in Cape May, both offering wooded sites with full hookups approximately 10 minutes from beaches. For year-round camping, Belleplain State Forest provides a more natural setting with spacious sites, hiking trails, and a swimming lake about 20 minutes inland from the coast. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground in nearby Delaware is accessible via the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and offers beach proximity with well-maintained facilities.

Most campgrounds in the Wildwood Crest area operate seasonally from April through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Reservations are essential during summer months, with many popular campgrounds booking up to a year in advance. The climate features hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly reaching the 80s and 90s°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions. Coastal campgrounds can experience strong winds, particularly at exposed sites like Delaware Seashore State Park. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, though some inland forested areas may have limited coverage. Fire restrictions vary by location, with some coastal campgrounds only permitting fires in designated communal areas.

The camping experience varies significantly between inland and coastal options. Inland campgrounds like Belleplain State Forest offer more shade, privacy, and natural surroundings. According to reviews, these sites are "huge with trees and privacy from the road and neighbors." Coastal campgrounds provide convenient beach access but typically feature more exposed sites with limited shade. One visitor noted that at Delaware Seashore State Park "there are no trees around any camping sites, so you have no shade whatsoever." Most campgrounds are pet-friendly, though specific rules vary. Family amenities are abundant, with many private resorts offering swimming pools, organized activities, and camp stores. Fishing opportunities are plentiful both at inland lakes and along the coast.

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Best Camping Sites Near Wildwood Crest, New Jersey (105)

    1. Sun Outdoors Cape May

    26 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-1234

    "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."

    "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. Park was very clean."

    2. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Lewes, DE
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-2103

    $30 - $99 / night

    "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)."

    3. Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    18 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-4010

    "Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."

    "Beautiful main building. close to a lovely walking trail."

    4. Beachcomber Camping Resort

    10 Reviews
    Tabernacle, NJ
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 886-6035

    $42 / night

    "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."

    5. Ocean View Resort Campground

    15 Reviews
    Dennis, NJ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 624-1675

    "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! "

    6. Belleplain State Forest

    22 Reviews
    Woodbine, NJ
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 861-2404

    "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."

    7. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bethany Beach, DE
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 227-6981

    $30 - $168 / night

    "We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."

    "The really great aspect of Delaware Seashore State Park is your close proximity to the water. The park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, and Indian River Bay."

    8. Thousand Trails Sea Pines

    6 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "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."

    9. The Depot Travel Park

    3 Reviews
    Cape May, NJ
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 884-2533

    "Good site location"

    "This campground is centrally located to many activities in Cape May. Campground is well maintained. Sites are very close together."

    10. Shellbay Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Cape May Court House, NJ
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (609) 465-4770

    "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)"

    "Looking for a trip to the Jersey shore (near Stone Harbor, Avalon, Wildwood, Cape May, & more) - look no further than Shellbay Camping Resort."

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  • Tiffany P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Ocean View Resort Campground

    Lots of fun

    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 a head. We loved where our site was located. Will definitely be visiting again.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Redden State Forest Campground

    Secluded and improving

    8/15/2025

    Arrived after dark to find that I had the campground to myself. As noted in other reviews, turn right as you drive past the office/house and let yourself in through the closed (but unlocked) gate. Since the last review, it appears they've added 11 sites on a branch if you bear left after the gate. These sites (8-18) are level, packed gravel pads with benches, fire pit, grill, and picnic table. The restroom featured on the map is just a portalet, but there is plenty of overflow parking in that branch. Apparently you're not supposed to pull onto the gravel with your vehicle, just park parallel to the road alongside it. 

    Another note about the gravel - can't get stakes in. Plus, it's a pine forest and I didn't want to get sap on my tent so I didn't tent adjacent to the pad amidst the pine needles. I did drive around the right branch (sites 1-7) in the morning to find that they are dirt/grass sites and probably would be ideal for tenting/staking (and in case you haven't guessed, I don't have a freestanding tent). The area is densely forested with pines and is quite pleasant in that regard.

  • colleen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    Awesome!

    We loved it. Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun.

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Pros and cons

    We have been to this campground twice. First time everything was very clean and lots to do. The last time things had slipped a little bit. Campground was definitely not as clean. The first time there was staff riding around picking up garbage and keeping things neat. Last time it seemed like it was just a bunch of teenagers flying around on golf carts not doing much. Almost all the games were broken in the arcade. Plus a lot more seasonals. The seasonals also have a lot of political flags with profanities. Not very family friendly! Pros love the pool, lake, waterslides, and proximity to cape may Cons broken equipment, kids racing golf carts all hours of the nights, lots of seasonals with over the top decorations, with flags with profanities and cleanliness slipping. We will try it again. Hopefully they were just having an off year.

  • Frank J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Belleplain State Forest

    Relatively new to this

    Stayed in site 116 in CCC section (only section with electric and water). Good privacy. Check-in went smoothly. Staff at office said all the roads in the CCC section were 2-way. Not wide enough in my opinion but we didn't have a problem. Restrooms/showers were ok. Sea Isle City is not too far away if you're into the Jersey shore, restaurants, live music.

  • A
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    Great First Camping Trip

    My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides. It was our first time camping and we had trouble sleeping due to groups around us having fun until 11, but overall it was a really great experience and we will be returning

  • Joshua N.
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Some issues

    The campsite is very nice except for a few issues not have not been addressed over the many years we have been coming here. First, the WIFI is absolutely terrible! I have complained before and it never improves. 2nd, when we checked in, we were told that there currently no cable TV. We were told to stream which was terrible as I stated above. Last, there was an older gentleman that works there as a pool attendant. He told one of the guests that vaping is not allowed in the fenced area of the swimming lake in a scolding tone and told the guest that it's against the rules and that he did not make up the rules. He then ran off to find the woman in charge of the pools(her name is Marie). She came in hot on her golf cart like Bo Luke in the Dukes of Hazzard and came over to the guest and started yelling at the guest like she committed murder. Totally uncalled for!!! She has an absolutely terrible personality and should not be working in the hospitality industry. There were a few other staff members that were very rude towards guests(including us). When I'm paying over$1000 for a week here, I expect to be treated much better. We almost felt like we were bothering the staff. We have seen Marie many times over the years and never see any behavior changes. The staff could use a good training session on hospitality and appreciation that guests come here to relax and spend a lot of money here to do so, so they are employed.

  • M
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Holly Acres RV Park

    Nice campground

    The sites are on the smallish side, but the staff is super nice and the facilities are maintained and clean

  • Stephen W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Ocean City Campground & Beach Cabins

    Clean spacious sites, friendly staff

    We stay here at least two times each year. Staff is so friendly and helpful. The section we stay has very clean, spacious sites.

Guide to Wildwood Crest

Camping near Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, offers a fantastic escape into nature with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are close to the beach, making it easy to enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing. One camper mentioned, "The beach is a short walk from your site. Beaches are clean and beautiful" at Oceanside Assateague Campground.
  • Biking and Hiking: Explore the scenic trails nearby. A reviewer at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground said, "Biking is hugely popular & they have bike rentals at the nature center if you forgot yours."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: Many campgrounds offer fishing opportunities. One visitor noted, "There is a calm waterway excellent for kayaking" at Tuckahoe State Park Campground.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Assateague State Park Campground highlighted, "The bath houses are always clean and well stocked and the showers are warm."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds feature roomy sites. A camper at Trap Pond State Park Campground mentioned, "Spacious campsites in the D loop with half-circle drive in."
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Campers often mention the welcoming vibe. One reviewer at Sun Outdoors Frontier Town said, "The staff and fellow campers are friendly."

What you should know:

  • Booking in Advance: Popular campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lums Pond State Park Campground noted, "Very hard to snag a spot for a weekend. It's always busy."
  • Limited Privacy: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground mentioned, "Easy level sights on asphalt parking lot. Nothing separates you from others."
  • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A reviewer at Castaways RV Resort Campground said, "It can get windy, but it keeps the bugs down which is good."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. A parent at Sun Outdoors Ocean City shared, "There is a designated dog-friendly beach plus dog run and dog wash station."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. A camper at Holly Shores Camping Resort mentioned, "The campground has a snack bar, private beach and tiki bar with live music!"
  • Plan for Downtime: Bring games or books for quiet moments. A visitor at Trap Pond State Park Campground noted, "The camp store has all the necessities, yet still simple."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site dimensions. A reviewer at Lums Pond State Park Campground advised, "Watch the site dimensions or you might not be able to fit your vehicle AND camper on the site."
  • Use Dump Stations Wisely: Familiarize yourself with the location of dump stations. A camper at Tuckahoe State Park Campground mentioned, "There are 2 dump stations and we didn't wait long at the dump station heading out."
  • Bring Leveling Blocks: Some sites may not be perfectly level. A visitor at Assateague State Park Campground noted, "Just bring enough leveling blocks if you're in a camper."

Camping near Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you camp directly on Wildwood beaches?

No, camping directly on Wildwood beaches is not permitted. Beach camping is prohibited throughout Wildwood and Wildwood Crest for safety, environmental, and regulatory reasons. Instead, visitors can enjoy nearby camping options like Belleplain State Forest, which is a short drive from Wildwood beaches and offers wooded campsites with easy beach access. Belleplain provides a quiet alternative while still allowing for day trips to enjoy Wildwood's beaches and attractions. For beach camping experiences in the region, consider state parks along the Delaware coast that offer designated beach camping areas.

Are there campgrounds located in Wildwood Crest, NJ?

There are no campgrounds located directly within Wildwood Crest itself. However, several excellent camping options exist nearby. Ocean View Resort Campground is less than two miles from Exit 17 off the Garden State Parkway and provides convenient access to shore towns including Wildwood Crest. Sun Outdoors Cape May is another nearby option offering full facilities within a short drive of Wildwood Crest beaches. These campgrounds provide a convenient base for exploring Wildwood Crest while enjoying camping amenities.

What camping options are available near Wildwood Crest for RVs?

RV campers have several excellent options near Wildwood Crest. Beachcomber Camping Resort is a beautiful wooded campground just a short 10-minute drive from the beaches, offering full hookup sites for RVs and plenty of amenities. Holly Acres RV Park in Egg Harbor City provides level pull-through sites with 50-amp electric, water, sewer, WiFi and cable connections. Both parks are family-friendly with various activities and facilities. Other nearby options include Shellbay Campgrounds and The Depot Travel Park, all within easy driving distance of Wildwood Crest's attractions and beaches.

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