Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area
New England Rd, Cape May, NJ 08204
1,180 acres · 4 miles of trails
In the Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area in Cape May, New Jersey, leashed dogs explore dune trails and bayshore beach amid 1,180 acres. Key features include shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Stick to designated paths to protect wildlife.
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- Park
- Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Cape May, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 38.9603, -74.9750
- Size
- 1,180 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 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:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,180 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,180-acre WMA on Delaware Bay. Leashed dogs welcome on dune trails + bayshore beach.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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