Cape May Point State Park
707 Lighthouse Ave, Cape May Point, NJ 08212
244 acres · 3 miles of trails
At New Jersey's southern tip in Cape May Point, this 244-acre state park with its lighthouse permits leashed dogs on most trails. Key perks are shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Bring insect repellent for dunes.
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- Park
- Cape May Point State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Cape May Point, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 38.9347, -74.9633
- Size
- 244 acres
- Trail miles
- 3
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 244 acres of room
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Dog policy
244-acre coastal state park with iconic lighthouse. Leashed dogs on most trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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