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The Wildwoods has a rich history that includes the Doo Wop era of the 1950's and 60's. Learn about some of the historical aspects of Wildwood and the surrounding area.

NORTH WILDWOOD
North Wildwood, located at the northern end of the Wildwoods' Five Mile Island, was founded in the 1890's as the tiny fishing village of Anglesea.

North Wildwood boasts that their free white sandy beach is "New Jersey's best sport beach" as confirmed by Travel Holiday Magazine. In 1994 North Wildwood introduced the state's first beach tram service. Beachgoers can glide along the sand by tram from the street to the shore line. The Hereford Inlet Lighthouse and Marine Police Station located in the city provide visitors with a historical retrospective of the resort. Both sites are destinations on the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail.

The night life in North Wildwood is especially diverse. The summer air is filled with oldies music at the dockside...rock and roll at the clubs...ethnic sing-a-longs...the choices are endless at the northern end of the Island. North Wildwood also hosts a number of special events throughout the summer season for your fun and enjoyment.

CITY of WILDWOOD
Wildwood, located in the middle of the Wildwoods' Five Mile Island, is known for its beach and boardwalk. The 2.5 mile world-famous Wildwood boardwalk offers breathtaking amusement rides, specialty shops, eateries, theaters and water parks. The Boardwalk offers something for everyone. The very young and young at heart can enjoy the double decker classic carousel. For the more adventuresome, ride the East Coast's tallest Ferris wheel to get a spectacular view of the five mile island, or for the daredevil in the family try "The Great Nor'Easter" the suspended looping coaster ,1 of only 4 in the world.
 
The Holly Beach Station Mall boasts many restaurants offering local delicacies, shops, nightclubs with a variety of live entertainment, coffee houses and street festivals. The George F. Boyer Museum provides a tour through time and recounts the local history . The inland waterways provide a variety of watersports, deep sea fishing, boating, whale watching and all types of excursions. Wildwood also hosts a number of special events throughout the summer season for your fun and enjoyment.

WILDWOOD CREST
Wildwood Crest is located at the southern end of The Wildwoods Five Mile Island. Here you will find the lazy, hazy days of summers of old. Rest and relaxation are the featured attractions in this easy going and picturesque part of the island. Ocean front accommodations, modern motels, hotels and condominiums abound in Wildwood Crest where the sunrises gently awaken you to warm, sunny, fun filled days. The simple pleasure of life blend with the beach environment to provide a seashore vacation that will awaken all senses with the sound of seagulls...the roll and splash of the waves...the smell of the salt air. You can stroll along the sandy beaches and collect a variety of shells and enjoy the pristine waters.

Sunset Lake, located on the west side of the island, is the "playground" for watersports including, jet skiing, water skiing, and boating. If fishing is your passion then visit Crest Harbor, here you will find party boats which offer half-day and full-day excursions into the Atlantic. Every evening families gather at Sunset Lake, to watch the most spectacular sunset views on the island.
Entertainment is regularly scheduled at Crest Pier and the Gazebo throughout the summer months and includes outdoor music and dancing. Wildwood Crest also hosts a number of special events throughout the summer season for your fun and enjoyment. To maintain the family atmosphere, there are no liqueur stores or bars in Wildwood Crest. So, if you are interested in the casual, calm, quaint and cool pleasures of life, visit the southern end of the island --Wildwood Crest.