If you want to get back to nature during your Atlantic City vacation, a side trip to Corson's Inlet in Ocean City should fill the bill. One of the few undeveloped areas remaining along the Jersey Shore, Corson's Inlet State Park combines ecotourism with year-round outdoor recreation.
Popular activities at Corson's Inlet, NJ include sunbathing, hiking, saltwater fishing and crabbing. Aquatic sports enthusiasts may enjoy canoeing, sailing, motorboating, sailboarding and jet skiing. Fish species found at Corson's Inlet include blue fish, kingfish, weakfish and striped bass.
One of the highlights of Corson's Inlet, NJ is the 98-acre Strathmere Natural Area, which protects the nesting sites of three bird species on New Jersey's list of endangered wildlife: the Piping Plover, the Least Tern and the Black Skimmer. Corson's Inlet also hosts the American Oystercatcher, gulls, sandpipers, sanderlings, herons, geese, ducks and migrating Monarch butterflies.
Corson's Inlet State Park is one of several New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail destinations located in Cape May County. The 341-acre New Jersey state park features a variety of habitats, such as sand dunes, marine estuaries and upland areas.
Corson's Inlet State Park was established in 1969.
Corson's Inlet State Park Operating Schedule
Corson's Inlet State Park is open daily from dawn to dusk. The boat ramp remains open around-the-clock seven days a week.
Corson's Inlet State Park Fees
Boat Launch Fees (Memorial Day through Labor Day):
Daily - $10
Annual - $55
Saltwater Fishing:
A New Jersey fishing license may be required
Mobile Sport Fishing Vehicle Permits:
Annual - $50
*Beach closed to vehicles May 15 - Sep 15
(Pricing and hours subject to change without notice and from what is listed on this Web site)
Corson's Inlet State Park Location
Corson's Inlet is located on the Jersey Shore southwest of Atlantic City and Ocean City, near Strathmere.
Corson's Inlet State Park Contact Information
Ocean City and Upper Township
c/o Belleplain State Forest
(609) 861-2404
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