The Wildwoods bike path runs nearly the whole length of the five-mile island, through Wildwood Crest, Wildwood and North Wildwood. It is free, open year-round, and mostly flat, which makes it one of the easiest rides at the Jersey Shore.
Where the path runs
The route starts near the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge at the south end of Wildwood Crest and follows the beach north to the bike ramp at Cresse Avenue, where it meets the Wildwood Boardwalk. The Wildwood Crest stretch, between East Rambler Road and East Cresse Avenue, is about a mile of paved path along the beach, with parks such as Centennial Park and Scoop Taylor Park along the way.
The Boardwalk section
From the Cresse Avenue ramp you can ride the Boardwalk about 1.85 miles north to the ramp between 15th and 16th Avenues in North Wildwood. Bikes are allowed on the Boardwalk in the morning only; the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority lists 5 a.m. to noon. Hours can change by season and town, so check the signs at the ramps.
North of the Boardwalk, the route continues on a path along JFK Boulevard, and North Wildwood has a bikes-only lane on Surf Avenue from 1st to 26th Avenues.
Tips for the ride
- Ride the Boardwalk early, before the crowds and before bikes have to come off.
- Spring and fall mornings are the quietest time on the path, and the beaches are still free.
- Need a bike? Our Wildwood bike rentals guide lists shops near each of our hotels.
- Bring a lock if you plan to stop for breakfast or the beach.
Visiting mid-October through April? Coastal Sands Inn at 4110 Atlantic Ave is the Coastal Collection hotel open then, a short ride from the Cresse Avenue ramp. Book Coastal Sands
Planning summer 2027? Beachside Resort, Sunrise Inn, Paradise Inn and Sunset Beach Hotel reopen in April. This winter, Coastal Sands Inn is the Coastal Collection hotel that stays open.
Route details from the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority (wildwoodsnj.com).
