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Stone Harbor Beach essentials
Parking
2 public lots nearby, closest 0.3 mi away
Lifeguards
Lifeguards 10am–5pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day, at the protected street-end beaches between 81st and 122nd Streets
Food & drink
3 restaurants, cafés & bars nearby
Rules and fees checked against stoneharbornj.org. Other amenities were mapped by volunteers on OpenStreetMap within about ¾ mile of the beach. Rules, fees and lifeguard hours change by season, so check posted signs. Updated September 2026. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Something missing? Add it on OpenStreetMap
Beach Report is an informational guide from public data, not a substitute for lifeguards or official National Weather Service warnings. Always check posted signs and swim near a lifeguard.
About Stone Harbor Beach
Stone Harbor is an upscale, family-oriented borough on Seven Mile Island in Cape May County, just south of Avalon. It's known for wide Atlantic beaches, a walkable downtown, and the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary. It draws families and summer-home owners looking for a quieter, refined stretch of the southern Jersey Shore. Swimming centers on the summer with guarded beaches. Water temperature follows the open Atlantic — cool and bracing in the 60s°F in June, warming through July into the low-to-mid 70s°F by August and early September, then cooling through the fall. Its southern location can mean slightly warmer peak-summer water. The beach faces open ocean, so the live conditions and safety flag above show today's picture.
Stone Harbor Beach FAQ
When is the best time to visit Stone Harbor?
July and August offer the warmest water and full beach operations. June and September are cooler and quieter while still pleasant.
How warm is the water at Stone Harbor?
On the southern shore, from the low-to-mid 60s°F in June to the mid-70s°F by late summer, cooling in fall. See the live water temperature above.
Is Stone Harbor good for families?
Yes — its wide beaches and walkable downtown make it a family favorite. It faces the open Atlantic, so follow the safety flag and rip-current risk above and swim near a lifeguard.
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