Skateboarding is not a crime. But it will be soon on one Shore boardwalk. Beginning Aug. 21, the use of skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates and scooters will be prohibited on the boardwalk, a ban that critics say rolls in the face of efforts by the city to appeal to families.
Dogs are allowed on all beaches from October to May, but are not allowed on the Boardwalk at any time. Dogs must be on a leash and owner must pick up and dispose of droppings. A “dog friendly” park and beach is located at Glenwood Ave in Wildwood and clearly marked with a giant fire hydrant sculpture.
Bicycles are permitted on the Asbury Park Boardwalk between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m. year-round.
Q: Can you ride bikes on Ocean City Boardwalk, MD? A: Biking is allowed only between the hours of 2 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day). It is allowed anytime of the day and night in the off-season from the Tuesday after Labor Day to the Friday before Memorial Day.
The Tram Car is open: The current Tram Operation schedule is as follows: 11 am to Midnight - Friday, Saturday & Sunday. 4 pm to Midnight - Monday through Thursday.
Outdoor alcohol consumption has been approved in other shore towns such as North Wildwood, Wildwood, and Atlantic City.
The Wildwoods' beaches stretch for five miles across the shores of North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. Our sparkling, clean beaches are spaciously wide and completely FREE! They are the perfect spot for swimming, soaking up the sun and relaxing on a hot summer day.
The Wildwood Beach is open for sunbathers and other recreational activities, while the boardwalk is open for walking, biking and running. Essential businesses on the boardwalk are open for take-out, curbside pickup and delivery only. Swimming is permitted when lifeguards are on duty. All beaches are free in Wildwood.
Wildwood is considered the "Family Beach" destination. To answer your concern. YES! It is very safe.
Wildwoods Beaches– Admission on the Wildwood beaches is free. It's our other favorite free beach in New Jersey. Beach badges are not required.
1 through May 1 cars and buggies can hit the Wildwood sand. Permits cost $25 and can be obtained through the city clerk on New Jersey Avenue during the week. Beach access is at Cresse Avenue and all vehicles attempting to drive on the beach must have proper equipment.
A list of dog-friendly beaches in NJ
- Avon-by-the-Sea. Dogs are on leashes are allowed on the beach from Oct.
- Asbury Park. Dogs are okay on the beach and even the boardwalk but only from Oct.
- Barnegat Light. The beach allows dogs on leashes from Oct.
- Beach Haven. Dogs on leashes are good to go from Sept.
- Belmar.
- Bradley Beach.
- Brigantine Beach.
- Harvey Cedars.
The boardwalk is open daily until 11pm. There is no smoking no dogs and no alcoholic beverages allowed on the beach or boardwalk. Bayfront docks open (maintain social distancing) and personal watercraft/boat rentals permitted to open with restrictions. No swimming is allowed at the bay beach.
Things to Do in Wildwood
- Wildwood Beach. 1,877 reviews. See 2 Experiences.
- Morey's Piers and Beachfront Water Parks. 1,706 reviews.
- Wildwoods Convention Center. 212 reviews.
- Breakfast in The Sky. 32 reviews.
- Splash Zone Waterpark. 292 reviews.
- Sightseers Trams. 35 reviews.
- Seaport Aquarium. 264 reviews.
- The Doo Wop Preservation League Museum. 101 reviews.
Wildwood Businesses Open Year Round The following businesses are open year round in the Wildwoods.
| Rick's Seafood House | 609-729-9443 |
| Slice Brick Oven Pizza | 609-770-3004 |
| Wawa | 609-522-0910 |
| Westy's Irish Pub | 609-522-4991 |
Raging WatersThese places are best for water & amusement parks in Wildwood: Morey's Piers and Beachfront Water Parks. Breakfast in The Sky. Splash Zone Waterpark.
For Free Parking in Wildwood, NJ, Stay Southwest of 25th and New Jersey Avenues. From Rio Grande Avenue to 25th Avenue, free parking is best as it is a short walk to the boardwalk, the Convention Center, and Morey's Piers.
Off The Boardwalk:Russo's Market – Labor Day Monday – Sept 7th. The Wharf – Last Weekend of Sept. Hassels – Sunday Sept 20th. Bandanas – Sunday Sept 12th.
On weekdays, April 1 through Memorial Day and then after Labor Day through September 30 between the hours of 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. Holidays, Springfest and weekends from April 1 until May 15 from Sunrise to 12 Noon.
The boardwalk stretches 38 blocks from 16th Avenue in North Wildwood to Cresses Avenue in Wildwood Crest. The Boardwalk is traditionally open from Palm Sunday weekend through Columbus Day, with a weekends-only schedule before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.
