Home:

Greater Atlantic City:

Campers Favorite places

Where to camp

Regions:	Skylands	Gateway	Southern Shore	Delaware River	Shore	Seasonal
Itıs no wonder the Greater Atlantic City Region is one of the countryıs most popular tourist destinations. Just look at all that it offers: Atlantic City and its world-famous beach and boardwalk, luxurious casino, non-stop gaming action, the hottest entertainers, the best in dining, and quality sporting events.      "The Worldıs Playground" is renowned for all of the above. And Atlantic City is a city of firsts in its own right. Walk, jog, or pedal down the six-mile-long Atlantic City boardwalk, the worldıs first, built in 1870 and voted one of the best boardwalks in America. Or, let someone else do the work and coast over the boards in a hand-pushed rolling chair.      Along the way, stop at any of a number of souvenir shops or renowned salt-water taffy stores for a sweet treat, Atlantic City style. The sticky candy was first stretched and pulled at boardwalk stands back in the 1880ıs.      You donıt have to journey far from the boardwalk, however, to discover the charm of the rest of the Greater Atlantic City Region.      You can experience it during a walk among many of the 60 colonial-era shops at the Towne of Historic Smithville and the adjacent Village Green. And itıs there for the tasting, in the fruits of the vine at the Renault Winery in Egg Harbor, or in the vast blueberry fields of Hammonton.      Youıll notice it during a leisurely drive through the Edwin B. Forsythe Wildlife Refuge, 35,000 acres of protected salt marsh in Oceanville, where you can spy on thousands of migratory birds and other wonders of nature. Youıll discover it while browsing among the works at the Noyes Museum, southern New Jerseyıs only art museum. If the outdoors is your goal there are many fine campgrounds in the area to pitch your tent or set up your RV.      Revel in bay heritage along a beautiful waterfront in Somers Point or visit the landmark mansion of original harbormaster Richard Somers, the oldest home in all of Atlantic County, it remains a museum today. Marvel at the worldıs only 63-foot pachyderm with a visit to Lucy the Margate Elephant, an area historical museum. Or have your children experience their favorite nursary rhythm charactors in life size at Storybook Land.      Though the Greater Atlantic City Region possesses a rich past, all eyes are on a future brimming with possibilities. The international airport in Pomona has been expanded, a new convention center has been built and the revitalized neighborhoods throughout the city assure that visitors will have much to experience in Greater Atlantic City for generations to come.

Back to Top of Page

Campers Favorite places to visit in the Greater Atlantic City Region

Atlantic City World famous casinos, boardwalk, amusements, beaches and shops. Towne of Smithville- Off Route 9, north of Atlantic City. Winding cobblestone paths lined with 18th Century village specialty shoppes. (609) 652.777. Ocean Drive Atlantic City to Cape May. Majestic seashore route. A chain of six bridges connect fourteen vacation communities along 40 miles of Atlantic Coast. Lucy the Margate Elephant 9200 Atlantic Avenue, Margate. A National Historic Landmark, Lucy is a six story wooden structure open to the public. (609) 823-6473. Atlantic City Art Center Museum Garden Pier- Offering a monthly series of art exhibitions and juried shows throughout the year. The city's 150 year old history is depicted in the historical museum. (609) 347-5839. Storybook Land Route 40/322, Black Horse Pike, 10 miles west of Atlantic City. Children's theme park, family fun and petting zoo. (609) 641-7847. Gardner's Basin Atlantic City. This turn-of-the-century maritime village with waterfront park features historic vessels, party boat fishing, aquarium and delightful restaurant. Free admission. (609) 348-2880 Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Oceanville, US Rte. 9. 20,197 acres for biking and birding. (609) 652-1665. The Noyes Museum Oceanville. This wonderful museum features an extensive bird decoy collection and rotating and permanent collections of contemporary American art. Decoy carving demonstrations are given daily. (609) 652-8848. Renault Winery- Egg Harbor City. Founded in 1864 by Louis Nicholas Renault, the winery is the oldest vineyard in the United States. Wine tastings, tour, glass museum, gourmet restaurant and gift shop are all set in charming 1800's decor. (609) 965-2111. TW Sports 6115 Black Horse Pike, McKee City, 08232 (609) 484-8080. Miniature Golf, batting cage, pool, laser tag and more. Baltic Winery-Rte. 40, Box 6623, Mays Landing, 08330 (609) 625-2166, wine tasting and sales. Lake Lenape Park Park Rd. & 13th St., Mays Landing 08330. Beach, boating, miniature golf, roller skating, picnic areas. (609) 625-2021. Lester G MacNamara Wildlife Management Area 12,438 acres, located in Cape May and Atlantic counties, bordered by the Tuckahoe and Great Egg Harbor Rivers. For nature lovers and hunters. (609) 228-3221. Stockton Performing Arts Center Richard Stockton College, Jimmie Leeds Road, Pomona, 08240. (609) 652-9000. Music, dance, theater, jazz, summer children's theater. Sea Life Museum Marine Mammal Stranding Center Brigantine. This unique rehabilitation facility is devoted to rescuing and returning stranded marine animals. The museum features replicas of game fish, marine mammals and educational exhibits. Free.(609) 266-0538. Somers Mansion - Shore Road, Somers Pt. Oldest house in Atlantic County. (609) 927-2212.

Where to camp in the Greater Atlantic City Region

Atlantic Blueberry Hill RV Resort Best Holiday Trav-L-Park, Holly Acres Buena Vista Camping Park * Colonial Meadows Campground * This Campground is seasonal Camping is by special arrangment only Country Oaks Campground Evergreen Woods Indian Branch Park Campground Pleasant Valley Family Campground Pomona Campground River Beach Campground* * This Campground is seasonal Camping is by special arrangment only Shady Pines Campground Winding River Campground Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park * Holiday Haven Family Campground * This Campground is seasonal Camping is by special arrangment only

Back to Top of Page
Return to Camping New Jersey Main Page
Back to Beachcomber.com's Main Page