Gandy's Beach is a cute little strip of road along the shoreline in Cumberland County, NJ. But…read moredespite the name, there is no beach here. A minute away on Money Island, there is a small bit of beach, but Gandy's only has some parking spaces, and a seawall where day trippers come to sit and fish. The singular road that connects this little community, is lined with homes at least a story up on pilings. It's a fun place to visit to see how folks live here, and catch glimpses of the DE shore across the bay, or see a beautiful sunset. But you can walk the entire road in 15min, so this is not a major destination, unless you're there to fish. Money Island is a minute away, so it's worth checking that out too, but again, you can walk the place in a half hour tops. This area is remote, through a lot of marsh to access it, no stores or gas stations for miles. So be prepared.

Very relaxing place but beach is for residents whose house sit along the area. It's a nice place to…read morevisit if you know one of the residents but it is not a traditional beach.

Higbee Beach was one of my favorite stops during my Cape May trip because it offered something…read morecompletely different from the traditional beach experience. This is not your typical beach with restaurants, boardwalks, and amenities. It's a peaceful, natural shoreline where you can enjoy wildlife, shells, beautiful views, and a quieter atmosphere. After spending time at the busier beaches, Higbee was the perfect place to slow down, walk around, and appreciate the beauty of nature. If you're looking for a more relaxed and less crowded Cape May experience, I definitely recommend adding Higbee Beach to your itinerary. Would I come back? Absolutely. Side note: HIGBEE BEACH is Hidden behind wooded dunes and far from the crowds, Higbee Beach is a wild, untouched stretch along the Delaware Bay. No lifeguards, no boardwalk, no badge required-just nature, birdwatching, and calm waters perfect for quiet mornings. Pro tip: bring water shoes.

Beach on the bay side of Cape May. There are parts of it where you could lie out on the beach for…read morethe day but I don't think it's great for swimming with the other options in the area. During the late summer horseshoe crabs beach themselves here a lot too. It is very peaceful here and we did walk it in the evening which is great. One of the best sites for sunsets in New Jersey. If you ever catch a storm coming in over here that's a sight as well. If you're in the area it's definitely worth a visit.

Parking is not a problem! Friendly staff and helpful with things! Animals are fun and friendly to…read moreyou! I loved the cows and the goats because they were very calm! The chickens chase you all the time lol so that's fun! If you don't have anything to do in your free time, come here!!

Rude staff!!!!!! Skip this place unless you enjoy being insulted at the door…read more I had read reviews about the rude man at the entrance, and unfortunately, our visit confirmed them. When we arrived, my husband explained we were a family of five, including our baby who is 9 months old. Instead of simply charging the admission, the man looked at my daughter and said, "Wow, she looks big for 9 months." This was not an innocent observation--it was a shady, backhanded way of suggesting we were lying about her age so he could charge us. For the record, my daughter is absolutely 9 months old--small for her age, no teeth, not walking, sitting in a stroller with a pacifier. His comment was unnecessary, insulting, and immediately set a negative tone. If the policy is that everyone pays--even infants--then state that clearly. Don't make rude remarks about a child's appearance or insinuate dishonesty. I even offered to pay the $6, but instead of being straightforward, he backtracked. For a place that depends on families visiting, this kind of treatment is unacceptable. If you choose to come here, be prepared for a rude encounter before you even get inside. We won't be returning, and I would not recommend this "zoo" to anyone who values basic respect. To the owner: your mouth is bad for your business, friend.

Cape May Beach is clean, beautiful, and well maintained. I spent time relaxing, enjoying the ocean,…read moreand taking in the peaceful atmosphere. Walked after eating brunch, sat on a bench and enjoyed. The beach is spacious, the water was beautiful, and it's easy to see why so many people return year after year. Whether you're looking to relax, swim, or simply enjoy the scenery, it's a wonderful place to spend the day. Side note: Noticed chair rentals, street parking is metered. You can find non meter parking with more of a walk. It's huge. And tons of restaurants and hotels right across the street.

Excellent beach, one of best in New Jersey. Never disappointed when I vacation here, can hang out…read moreon this beach all day. Great crowd, usually a bit older and not a lot of foolishness going on here. Beach is always clean and water is great. For a one day pass it's $10 but well worth it. All you need is sun and good weather and you have a great day. There is good spots to fish here as well. Parking can be dicey so you might have to walk a bit if you don't get here early.

Sunset Beach has a completely different feel than the main Cape May beaches, and that's exactly…read morewhat makes it special. It's known for Cape May "diamonds," shells, and beautiful sunsets. While I didn't find many of the famous Cape May diamonds, I still loved walking the shoreline and taking in the view. The atmosphere during sunset was wonderful, with people gathering to watch the sun go down together. There's also a visible sunken ship. Was mostly chill until sunset of course, people gathered to watch the sunset. Restaurant right on the beach, 2 gift shops, a mini cold course, the WWIl lookout tower as well. Plenty of parking. It's definitely worth adding to your Cape May itinerary.

One of the highlights of my trip! Looking for Cape May Diamonds was loads of fun, and seeing the…read morebeautiful sunset was a great day to wind down the evening. If you can be there for the flag lowering ceremony, it's definitely worth it as well! Their mini golf is an excellent Mini-Golf course in excellent condition, with some awesome holes and really cool water features/bunkers that require you to scoop your ball out when you inevitably putt it into the water. Reasonably priced and a nice way to spend some time near Sunset Beach.

Nice quiet park with various parts. Not too many people come here but with mostly with dogs.read more

Park is great place to walk dogs. The only downfall is during the summer with the massive amount of…read moreDeer Flies.

I considered buying a house here, and it is more beautiful than photos can convey. But the flies…read morefrom the surrounding marsh lands can be overwhelming. IMO, the best time to visit is the off season, and close to sunset. There are houses built right on top of beach, on pilings over water! The homes must have amazing views. They also have small parcels of private beach at almost every home. But there is a larger public section of beach too. The public area is recently restored, and still not as big as Cooks Beach, Kimbles Beach, or Highs Beach, but the small lanes where the homes are gathered like a village amidst the marshes are really adorable.

We have done the 6-8pm birding boat tour twice now (each time we've visited Cape May in the past…read morefew years) and have loved it each time. Both times we did the 6-8pm slot. Our kids were 3.5 the first time and then 5.5 and almost 2 years old the second time. They both loved it. The naturalist was so sweet with them and showed them different sea creatures from the tank before the tour even started. And then during the tour she showed and taught them about various wildlife artifacts. When our 2 year old started to get a little restless at the end, she had sea life coloring books and crayons for him to use. She and Captain Bob are clearly both so knowledgeable about the birds, habitats and the rest of the wildlife around. Would definitely recommend this tour and will definitely be doing it again when come back next time!

I would recommend this only if you're a bird-watching fanatic who wants to add a new bird sighting…read moreto their life-list. Yes, you will definitely be taken to many locations where you can view many species of local and migratory birds in close proximity to Cape May. If you're not a birdwatching expert there is a pleasant and very knowledgeable guide named Barb who identifies the birds. However, if you're just looking for a comfortable and clean boat for a short excursion to enjoy nature and wildlife then this is a dubious choice. The cabin is extremely neglected and cluttered and the so-called restroom is a filthy horror. Apparently the boat owner Bob only cares about birds and functional boat engines and ignores everything else. That's his choice but it's also the reason for only giving him a 2 star review.