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Cape May Point State Park and the Cape May Lighthouse

by John Fischer
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Nearby Cape May, NJ Attractions

Fralingers Salt Water Taffy, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, NJ

Fralingers Salt Water Taffy, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, NJ

Photo by John Fischer
Whether it's just to climb to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse, watch the many species of migratory birds, walk along the wide clean beach or have a picnic lunch at the New Jersey Shore, Cape May Point State Park makes a perfect stop.

Following your visit to the park, you can make the short ride into Cape May proper where you'll be sure to want to see the large number of historic Victorian houses which make the town so famous.

A stop at the new Washington Street Mall is the perfect way to end your day trip to Cape May. It's the best place to pick up some famous Jersey shore fudge from The Original Fudge Kitchen or Salt Water Taffy from Fralinger’s, both o

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