Most RV campgrounds near Wildwood sit in the coastal zone of Southern New Jersey, characterized by sand-based soil, flat terrain, and typical elevations below 20 feet. The camping season runs primarily April through October, with waterfront locations often closing entirely in winter due to freezing temperatures and limited infrastructure. Summer humidity levels frequently exceed 80%, creating condensation issues inside RVs.
What to do
Beach shuttles and transportation: Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway offers free shuttle service to Assateague Island, Frontier Town, and Ocean City beaches, reducing parking hassles. "You can enjoy free mini golf, free pool and waterside, free canoeing, and free billiards. It is about 20 min to ocean city but they have a free bus to take you to ocean," notes one visitor.
Local fishing and crabbing: At King Nummy Trail Campground, the marshland setting provides ideal conditions for crabbing and fishing. "These sites have beautiful views of the marsh and sunset," writes one camper. Frontage on bay waters allows for productive morning fishing without beach traffic.
Historic sites and brewing: Many campsites provide access to historic destinations. "Cold Spring Brewery wasn't too far and was fun," notes a camper at Sun Retreats Avalon, referring to the restored 1800s-era barn brewery in nearby Lower Township offering craft beers and historic displays.
What campers like
Activities for kids: RV campgrounds near Wildwood feature numerous family-oriented amenities. "The campground has a new golf course that is free to campers... Your camping also includes FREE admission to Frontiertowns water park, which is pretty good on a hot day," explains a visitor at Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway.
Evening entertainment: Many sites offer structured nighttime activities. "Every weekend there's a band or Dj at the beach at night and every visit we have made friends. There are usually food trucks and things for the kiddos like bounce houses during the day," reports a guest at Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness varies significantly by management. "The campground has 2 pools with a shallower one and an 8ft... Bathrooms very clean and located throughout," writes a recent visitor at King Nummy Trail Campground.
What you should know
Uneven terrain: Sites throughout the area require significant leveling. "We had a reservation that we made using the App... we got a nice level site with a concrete pad under the picnic table," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Lake & Shore, pointing out the rarity of naturally level spots.
Seasonal population: Most parks have high percentages of permanent or seasonal residents. "It is a mostly seasonal campground with select sites for campers," explains a King Nummy visitor. This affects reservation availability, especially for weekend stays.
Golf cart culture: Golf cart transportation dominates most campgrounds. "The golf carts were the absolute worst, people don't obey the speed limit on these things (and there are a lot of them whizzing around...) Many were driven by underage kids (against rules, but clearly not enforced)," reports a visitor at Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites.
Tips for camping with families
Free activities: Several campgrounds offer included recreational options. "There are pedal boats and canoes that you can take out on the lake, which you can also fish in. My son had the most fun with just a solo cup scooping up minnows, tadpoles and these crazy jumping shrimp," describes a visitor to Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway.
Shower facilities: Most campgrounds require quarters for shower operation. "Tent site was fantastic, level, trees are well trimmed, but still with good coverage, sites are a nice size. Close enough to the bathroom and water options... quarters for a shower," notes a camper at Sun Retreats Seashore.
Noise levels: Many campgrounds struggle with enforcing quiet hours. "The rules are a little over the top for us, but the place was nice... when I was in the hot tub my daughter walked up to me to ask if I could get her a drink and she was not about to get into the water but the over concerned lifeguard walked up to say... you need to be 18," reports a family staying at Thousand Trails Lake & Shore.
Tips from RVers
Site navigation challenges: Large RVs face tight turning radius issues at many campgrounds. "We stayed in site 402a and it was a nightmare backing in and getting out of. We have a 42 ft 5th wheel but the website said it could accommodate the size. The bad thing is that there are trees all the way up to the street which limits your turn radius as well as cement marker poles," warns a camper at Sun Retreats Avalon.
RV size compatibility: Campgrounds often overstate their accommodation capacity. "The roadways are narrow and there isn't a lot of maneuvering room," explains an RV owner at Sun Retreats Avalon. For fifth wheels over 35 feet, requesting sites with minimal tree coverage improves access.
Connection reliability: WiFi performance varies significantly between RV campgrounds near Wildwood. "First, the WIFI is absolutely terrible! I have complained before and it never improves," states a visitor to Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort. Bringing cellular data backup is recommended, particularly during peak season.
