Stone Harbor

Stone Harbor is a coastal borough in Cape May County, New Jersey, stretching along the southern section of Seven Mile Island. The area combines residential neighborhoods with shops and restaurants, all situated near Atlantic Ocean beaches.

The borough was founded on April 28, 1914, emerging from a beach resort destination initially developed for visitors from Philadelphia. This early period shaped the layout and purpose of the place as it exists today.

The Wetlands Institute and Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary offer year-round educational programs about coastal wildlife and environmental conservation. Visitors can join guided tours and nature walks that reveal how the community values its natural surroundings.

Beach access requires tags during summer months, available for purchase online or at designated locations between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The area is easy to explore on foot, with most shops and amenities located close to each other.

The winter population drops below 1,000 residents, yet summer brings over 20,000 visitors to this Atlantic coast location. This dramatic seasonal shift shapes how the place functions and how residents adapt their daily lives.

Location: Cape May County

Inception: April 28, 1914

Shares border with: North Wildwood, Middle Township, Avalon

Website: https://stoneharborbeach.com

GPS coordinates: 39.05056,-74.76083

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41