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8 Best Things to Do in Stone Harbor, NJ

Stone Harbor, New Jersey, has much to recommend doing, but its top feature is the beautiful Seven Mile Beach, with its sparkling surf and endless soft sand that draws visitors from far and wide. If you’re ready to explore everything that Stone Harbor has to offer, the Beachcomber Resort is a mere 100 steps from the beach and a 15-minute walk from downtown Stone Harbor – offering the perfect landing spot to enjoy everything the area has to offer from the comfort of your new home away from home.

One: Exploring the Great Outdoors

Stone Harbor has several designated conservation and protected wildlife areas in which the area’s flora and fauna are pristinely maintained. In fact, nearby Avalon boasts one of the most unique and extensive dune systems on the eastern seaboard.

Two: The Stone Harbor Museum

The Stone Harbor Museum features fascinating glimpses into Stone Harbor’s past – with artifacts, exhibits, and events for visitors to explore the area’s rich history and heritage.

Three: The Stone Harbor Library

The charming Stone Harbor Library was specifically designed to blend beautifully with the Borough’s historic architecture, and it boasts reading rooms, a reading gallery, a demonstration kitchen, and an outdoor balcony – with many scheduled offerings throughout the year – making it a great place for the whole family.

Four: The Wetlands Institute

The Wetlands Institute sits just before the bridge entry into downtown Stone Harbor, and it offers educational exhibits, interactive experiences, and events and programming that are designed to tempt visitors into exploring the rich beauty and value of the local wetlands.

Five: Stone Harbor Point Natural Conservation Area

Stone Harbor Point is a specially designated conservation area that is intended specifically for enjoying all the following:

Six: Ocean Galleries

Ocean Galleries is a distinguished fine art gallery that represents local and nationally renowned artists, and it displays both originals and fine art reproductions. Their mission is introducing visitors to the fine artists they represent, and their exhibits change frequently.

Seven: Cape May County Park & Zoo

The Cape May County Park & Zoo is a brief 20-minute drive from Stone Harbor, and it offers 85 acres of exhibits that range from World of Birds Aviary, Reptile House, Amphibian House, and African Savanna to animals that range from snow leopards to lions, lemurs, and well beyond. 

Eight: Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary

The Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary was the first designated National Natural Landmark in the State of New Jersey, and it boasts a nature preserve and bird sanctuary that stretches for more than 21 acres.

Stay with Us and Enjoy Everything Stone Harbor Has to Offer

The Beachcomber Resort invites you to join us at our beautiful location just steps away from the beach and a comfortable stroll from Stone Harbor. When you’re ready to return to your suite, we offer all the amenities you’re looking for, including a heated pool, massive hot tub, live music, and grilling stations – with that beachy shore vibe. To get started, you can get in touch online or give us a call at 609-368-5121 today.