Wildwood is flat, compact and built for bikes, and there are about a dozen rental shops on the island. This page lists the shops from the Wildwoods tourism directory, which ones are closest to each Coastal Collection hotel, and the rules for riding on the Boardwalk.
Bike rental shops in the Wildwoods
| Shop | Address | Closest Coastal Collection hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Casino Pier Bike Rentals | 340 E Oak Ave, Wildwood | Paradise Inn, about 2 blocks |
| Zippy’s Bikes | 3900 Pacific Ave, Wildwood | Beachside Resort and Sunrise Inn, a couple of blocks |
| Magnolia Bike Rentals | 2805 Ocean Ave, Wildwood | Paradise Inn, a few blocks |
| Pedego Electric Bikes | 3200 Park Blvd, Wildwood | Sunrise Inn, a few blocks |
| Surf Bike Rental | 5011 Ocean Ave, Wildwood | Sunset Beach Hotel, a few blocks |
| Green’s Bike Rentals | 5402 Ocean Ave, Wildwood | Sunset Beach Hotel, under a mile |
| Crest Bike Rentals | 500 E Heather Rd, Wildwood Crest | Sunset Beach Hotel, a short drive |
| D.R. Bradley’s Bike Rental | 500 E Rambler Rd, Wildwood Crest | Sunset Beach Hotel, a short drive |
| Hassles Bike Rental & Ice Cream Parlour | 430 E 20th Ave, North Wildwood | Paradise Inn, a short drive |
| Sportland Bike Rental | 435 E 24th Ave, North Wildwood | Paradise Inn, a short drive |
Distances are measured on a map from each hotel’s address, not walked. Many rental shops are seasonal, and fall and winter hours vary, so call ahead after Labor Day. Shops rent by the hour, day or week; ask about surreys, tandems, kids’ bikes and e-bikes.
Riding on the Boardwalk
Bikes are allowed on the Wildwoods Boardwalk in the morning only. The Wildwoods tourism site lists 5 a.m. to noon; the City of Wildwood has extended the cut-off in some seasons, so follow the hours posted at the Boardwalk ramps on the day you ride. North Wildwood has its own summer rules for its stretch. Ride slowly, ring before you pass, and watch for the Tram Car.
After the Boardwalk closes to bikes, the streets and the Wildwood Crest bike path take over. Our guide to the Wildwood Crest bike path covers the route along the beach to the south end of the island.
Three easy rides from our hotels
- Boardwalk sunrise: from any of our hotels, ride to the nearest Boardwalk ramp at first light, cruise to the Convention Center end and back before the crowds. See our post on Wildwood sunrises.
- South to the Crest: take the bike path south toward Sunset Lake in Wildwood Crest, an easy, flat ride.
- Across the bay: bikes ride free on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry with a walk-on ticket, and Lewes and Cape Henlopen State Park are good riding on the Delaware side.
Where to stay with bikes
All five Coastal Collection hotels are a few blocks from the beach and the Boardwalk. Ask the front desk where to keep bikes overnight when you check in.
- Beachside Resort, 3700 Atlantic Ave · Check dates
- Coastal Sands Inn, 4110 Atlantic Ave · Check dates
- Sunset Beach Hotel, 4300 Ocean Ave · Check dates
- Sunrise Inn, 107 E Lincoln Ave · Check dates
- Paradise Inn, 235 E Wildwood Ave · Check dates
Visiting mid-October through April? Coastal Sands Inn is the Coastal Collection hotel open then. Book Coastal Sands. Beachside Resort, Sunrise Inn, Paradise Inn and Sunset Beach Hotel reopen in April.
Walk times from each hotel to the Boardwalk are on our Boardwalk hotels page.
Quick answers
Can you ride bikes on the Wildwood Boardwalk?
Yes, in the morning. The Wildwoods tourism site lists 5 a.m. to noon; follow the hours posted at the Boardwalk ramps on the day you ride.
Where can I rent a bike in Wildwood?
About a dozen shops rent bikes on the island, including Casino Pier Bike Rentals (340 E Oak Ave), Zippy’s Bikes (3900 Pacific Ave), Surf Bike Rental (5011 Ocean Ave) and Pedego Electric Bikes (3200 Park Blvd).
Are Wildwood bike rentals open in the fall?
Many are seasonal and hours vary after Labor Day, so call the shop before you go.
