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Cape May County Airport

Wildwood, United States
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Southern New Jersey's gateway serving the Cape May peninsula.

Opened
1942
Location
Wildwood, United States
Cape May County Airport (KWWD) is a public-use general aviation airport located in Wildwood, New Jersey, serving Cape May County and the surrounding southern New Jersey shore region. Operated by Cape May County, the airport provides essential air access to a popular summer resort destination known for its Victorian architecture and beaches. The airport primarily serves general aviation traffic, charter operations, and flight training, with occasional scheduled or seasonal service. Its location near the Atlantic coast makes it a convenient stop for private and recreational flyers visiting the Jersey Shore.
Terminals
The airport has a modest general aviation terminal facility with limited amenities suited to its primarily private and charter traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to and from the airport relies primarily on private vehicles, taxis, and ride-share services, with no dedicated public transit link.
Airlines here
No major scheduled commercial airlines are based or hub at Cape May County Airport; operations consist mainly of charter, cargo, and general aviation flights.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport has two runways and covers approximately 700 acres.
  • ›It served as a military airfield during World War II.
  • ›The FAA identifier KWWD reflects the airport's IATA code WWD.
  • ›Cape May County Airport supports a number of flight schools and fixed-base operators (FBOs).
  • ›The airport is situated near the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge.
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City & Place Guide

Classic Jersey Shore boardwalk fun for the whole family.

Wildwood is a vibrant beach resort city on a barrier island in Cape May County, New Jersey. Known for its wide, free beaches and its legendary 2-mile boardwalk packed with rides, arcades, and saltwater taffy shops, it draws millions of visitors every summer seeking old-school seaside entertainment.

The city is also celebrated for its remarkable collection of mid-century Doo Wop architecture — pastel motels with neon signs and space-age shapes that have been preserved and recognized as a unique cultural treasure. Beyond the beach, Wildwood offers watersports, fishing, and a lively nightlife scene that keeps the town buzzing from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

  • •Wildwood Boardwalk — iconic 2-mile strip lined with rides, food, and games
  • •Morey's Piers — three amusement piers with roller coasters and water parks
  • •Doo Wop Experience Museum — celebrates the city's 1950s–60s motel architecture
  • •Wildwood Beach — wide, free shoreline perfect for sunbathing and volleyball
  • •Cape May Ferry Terminal — scenic Delaware Bay ferry crossing nearby
  • •Sunset Lake — peaceful spot for kayaking and scenic evening views

Getting around: Wildwood is best explored on foot or by bicycle along the flat island streets; the iconic tram car rolls along the boardwalk for quick rides. NJ Transit buses connect Wildwood to Atlantic City and other Shore points, while taxis and rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are available, though surge pricing is common on summer weekends. No passenger rail serves the island directly.

Best time: Visit from late June through August for peak beach weather, full boardwalk operations, and the liveliest atmosphere, though late May and September offer pleasant conditions with smaller crowds.

Local food: Don't miss a plate of hand-cut boardwalk fries doused in vinegar, fresh steamed blue crabs from a local seafood shack, and a block of original Douglass Fudge or saltwater taffy to take home.

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Cape May Airport
Encyclopaedia

Cape May Airport or Cape May County Airport is a public use airport in Lower Township, Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. Owned by the Delaware River and Bay Authority, the airport is four nautical miles (7 km) northwest of the central business district of Wildwood.

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