Planning a beach vacation when you or a family member uses a wheelchair doesn’t mean compromising on fun or accessibility. Wildwood’s five-mile stretch of free beaches offers excellent wheelchair access, and staying at one of Coastal Collection’s five locally-owned hotels puts you within walking distance of multiple accessible beach entrances.
Beach Access Ramps Throughout Wildwood
Wildwood takes beach accessibility seriously, with beach access ramps at various entrances throughout the island. These ramps help guests using wheelchairs, strollers, or wagons reach the sand more easily. You’ll find public beach access points at numbered street ends in North Wildwood, making it easy to find an entrance near your accommodations.
The ramps are well-maintained and designed to handle both wheelchairs and beach equipment. Whether you’re staying at our Beachside Resort or Sunset Beach Hotel, you’ll be close enough to multiple access points to choose the most convenient one for your daily beach visits.
Local Tip: Contact the beach patrol for specific handicap access assistance: Wildwood (609-522-8258), Wildwood Crest (609-522-3825), or North Wildwood (609-522-4348).
Beach Wheelchair Rentals Available
Don’t have a beach wheelchair? No problem. Beach wheelchair rentals are available through the City of North Wildwood Recreation department. These specialized wheelchairs feature wide, balloon-style tires that roll smoothly over sand, making beach exploration much easier.
For Wildwood Crest visitors, there’s an even more convenient option. The city offers a beach shuttle service from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Simply call their headquarters at 609-522-3825 when you’re ready to head to the beach, and they’ll provide a ride from the street end down to the shoreline.
Accessible Boardwalk Transportation
Getting around the famous Wildwood Boardwalk is easier than ever with accessible transportation options. The newer tramcars are wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly, running until around midnight during peak season. This means you can enjoy the boardwalk’s shops, restaurants, and attractions well into the evening without worrying about transportation back to your hotel.
The tramcar’s famous “Watch the Tramcar Please!” announcement becomes even sweeter when you know you can easily hop aboard for a comfortable ride along the two-mile boardwalk.
Why Choose Coastal Collection for Accessible Stays
Staying at one of our five locally-owned properties puts you in the perfect position to take advantage of Wildwood’s accessibility features. Our hotels—including Coastal Sands Inn, Paradise Inn, Beachside Resort, Sunset Beach Hotel, and Sunrise Inn, plus private Airbnb rentals—are all within easy reach of accessible beach entrances.
- ✓Walking distance to multiple beach access points
- ✓Close to accessible tramcar stops
- ✓Local staff knowledge of accessibility resources
- ✓Easy access to free beaches and boardwalk attractions
Local Tip: Ask our front desk staff about the closest accessible beach entrance to your hotel. We’ve helped countless guests navigate Wildwood’s accessibility features and can point you in the right direction.
Wildwood’s commitment to accessibility, combined with completely free beach access, makes it an ideal destination for wheelchair users and their families. With proper planning and the right accommodations, your beach vacation can be everything you dreamed of and more.
Stay Steps from the Action.
Five locally-owned Wildwood hotels plus private cottages — all within walking distance of the boardwalk, beach, and Morey’s Piers.