Cape May
New Jersey
WBS Home Coast
At New Jersey’s southern tip, Cape May’s beaches face southeast, so they can pick up swells that other spots miss. Jetties help hold the sandbars in place, giving beginners and longboarders mellow waves on small days. Surfing beaches are set by the town, so check which ones are open.
- Break type
- Beach break
- Best for
- All levels
- Best season
- August – October (hurricane swells); winter nor’easters for cold-water surfers
- Best swell
- Southeast to South
- Best wind
- North to Northwest (offshore)
- Country
- United States
Know Before You Go
- Rip currents
- Jetties and groins
- Surfing-area rules vary – check local rules
Spot guides are general information. Conditions change constantly. Always check local rules, talk to lifeguards and locals, and never paddle out beyond your ability.
Keep Exploring
Nearby Spots
- Herring Point (Cape Henlopen)Delaware15 mi away
- Rehoboth BeachDelaware18 mi away
- Dewey BeachDelaware19 mi away
- Indian River InletDelaware24 mi away
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