Cape May is located at the southern most tip of the New Jersey. The Cape May NJ peninsula is a unique spot that allows party fishing boats to fish in Delaware Bay or the Atlantic ocean. The party boats fish for mackerel, drumfish, weakfish, flounder, tautog, seabass, blue fish, and striped bass. There are several options in the marina area. The party boats normally fish for 4 or 8 hours. Some of the boats have specialty trips and group rentals.

Here are some links to party boats in the area:

www.misschris.com/

http://www.porgyiv.com/

http://www.capequeencharters.com/

Party Boats with no website in Cape May

Fiesta Party Fishing Boat – South Jersey Marina, Cape May, NJ 08204

Sea Star III – Cape May 609.884.3421

If you are traveling to Cape May to fish and need lodging try the Bacchus Inn Bed and Breakfast at 609.884.2129.  The Bacchus Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the center of Cape May but is just minutes from the marina. Check out exactly how close on our website.

www.bacchusinn.com

Several blazed trails lead visitors to various pond, coastal dune, marsh and forest habitats of the park where wildlife can be viewed from observation platforms. This natural area is significant along the East Coast for its resident and migratory birds and includes habitat suitable for northern and southern species of fauna and flora.

Cape May Point is known as a major migratory route. Many sea/shore birds and songbirds migrate through this area in the spring. At the end of the summer, Dragonflies and Monarch Butterflies migrate through the area stopping briefly to gain their strength before continuing their journey across the Delaware Bay. Cape May also hosts the annual migration of the Horseshoe Crab along the Delaware Bay, where they come ashore to lay their eggs. These protein rich eggs are an important food source for Ruddy Turnstones, and Red Knots. Cape May is viewed by many as the premier Hawk migration route of North America. In the fall hundreds of hawks are counted as they pass the narrow corridor of land along the Cape May peninsula heading south. This offers birdwatchers of all ages the opportunity to see these beautiful birds in flight as they soar across the fields and meadows, on their southward trek across the Delaware Bay.

Piece from Dept of Environmental Protection

http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/capemay.html

If you enjoy birding then Cape May is a wonderful place to visit. Birders come from all over the world to visit Cape May and witness the spring and fall migrations. Tweeter’s from England visits in great numbers. For many of these visitors the holiday or vacation is a little longer. Cape May Bed and Breakfast, like the Bacchus Inn, cater to these bird watchers. If you are looking for accommodations in Cape May try the Bacchus Inn at 609.884.2129 or check us out online at:

www.bacchusinn.com

The Cape May ferry is a transportation option for visitors from Washington, Baltimore, Virginia, and Delaware.  The ferry brings travelers from Lewis Delaware to Historic Cape May in just 80 minutes.

But the ferry is much more than just a transportation vehicle. It can be a real pleasant afternoon boat ride.  Many guest rave about sunning themselves on the observation desks and just enjoying the sun and pleasant breezes.  A trip back and forth without a vehicle is less expensive then ferrying a car.

Many travel to Delaware to check out the outlet stores. Delaware offers some tax breaks on purchases which can be incentive enough for the trip.  Many travel to the Cape May terminal to enjoy Cape May Bed and Breakfasts, restaurants,hotels, shopping, birding, and beaches. There are bus shuttles to the center of Cape May and Lewis available at the terminal. Just be sure to check out the ferry schedule for times. The bus shuttle service does have limited hours.

The 80 minute ferry ride doesn’t save much time for most travelers because the driving time to Cape May roughly times out to be the same. What the ferry does do is offer a scenic option that limits the drive time required by the traveler. Many embrace the opportunity to allow someone else to drive for them.

In any case if one is traveling to or from places south or west of Cape May you may wish to try the ferry as an option. It can be a very pleasant experience.  If you need lodging in Cape May try the Bacchus Inn Bed and Breakfast at 609.884.2129.

www.bacchusinn.com

The ferry does have a limited schedule which changes with the seasons allowing more travelers to cross between Lewis and Cape May. Check out the website listed below for times and rates.

www.capemaylewisferry.com

Photo from Cape May Ferry website