Outdoor Activities:

Whether you have a sense of adventure or simply want to commune with nature, travel off the beaten path and discover New Jersey’s hidden ecological wonders. New Jersey has a diverse landscape that offers an ecosystem of breathtaking beauty.

Adventure Trips

Throughout the county, charter and party boats set sail for half-day, full-day or night fishing excursions to reel in the catch of the day. Canoe, kayak and swim through the vast waterways or get a birds-eye view of nature at the beautiful Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge.

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Beaches

With the widest beaches in New Jersey, Wildwood is a magnet for families seeking fun and relaxation on the sand or the fabled Boardwalk. Dig your toes in the warm sand or spend quality time with family and friends on Cape May and Ocean City’s beaches.

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Biking

An excellent way to really see the nooks and crannies of this region is via bicycle. Go biking on the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route, running from Cape May west to Deepwater at the Delaware Memorial Bridge.

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Birding

Bird watchers flock to the area in the spring to compete in the World Series of Birding, but Cape May is also great for bird watching all year long. Pack your binoculars and head to the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge and the Cape May Bird Observatory.

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Camping

Whether you’re gazing at the stars in a sleeping bag amidst a peaceful lake or in the sheltered walls of a cabin in the woods, the Southern Shore Region has 29 camp grounds.

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Fishing

Fishing in an essential aquatic activity to partake in when visiting the Southern Shore Region. What else could be true for an area surrounded by water on three sides? Anglers will find an abundance of fresh and saltwater fishing on the beach, on a party boat or the region’s inland waters.

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Gardens

Horticultural enthusiasts will be amazed by the beauty at Leaming's Run Gardens & Colonial Farm in Swainton. Enjoy a relaxing walk along winding paths situated on 27 acres, complete with 25 unique themed gardens for you to enjoy.

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Golf

Golfers have long been attracted to the Southern Shore Region’s championship, pristine golf courses. Fore!

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Parks & Forests

Head outdoors and find yourself surrounded by nature’s beauty at Cape May Point State Park, Corson's Inlet State Park, Belleplain State Forest and the Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area – consisting of 12,438 beautiful acres of nature and wildlife.

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Sports & Recreation

The Southern Shore Regions is a sports lover’s paradise regardless of age or interest. With miles of seemingly endless ocean beaches, rivers and bays, the list of sports and recreation activities is near endless.

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Sports Teams & Venues

Millions of sports fanatics flock to the Garden State each year to watch our five professional teams, eight minor-league baseball teams, and horse and car racing contestants compete. No matter what part of New Jersey you explore, an exciting and entertaining sports event is minutes away!

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Winter Activities

When the snow begins to fall, it’s time to get moving! Outdoor enthusiasts challenge the hundreds of miles of picturesque trails in New Jersey for a day of cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and snow tubing.

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