Battery 223

Battery 223 is a reinforced concrete military fortification located at Cape May Point State Park that once defended the coast. The bunker contains multiple interior spaces for operations, storage, and troop quarters built within walls several feet thick.

The facility was built in 1943 as part of the Fort Miles defense network that protected this coastline during World War II. It represents the military construction efforts made to secure American beaches against potential attacks.

The structure shows how people built defenses to protect the coast during wartime and what military engineering looked like in the 1940s. You can still see where soldiers worked and stored supplies inside.

The fortification sits within Cape May Point State Park and is partially exposed by coastal erosion, which can affect how accessible it is. Weather conditions matter when visiting since rain and moisture can influence how safely you can walk around the site.

The bunker includes a sophisticated airlock system at its entrances designed to protect soldiers from chemical weapons exposure. This safety feature was unusual for the time and shows the military's concerns about emerging threats.

Location: Lower Township

GPS coordinates: 38.93149,-74.95553

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45