Outdoor & fun
Sunset Beach (New Jersey)
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Sunset Beach is a must-visit destination on the Jersey Shore, renowned for its breathtaking evening skies and the iconic wreck of the SS Atlantus, a concrete ship that ran aground in 1926. Visitors can stroll along the shoreline, collect Cape May diamonds (polished quartz pebbles), and watch the sun dip below the Delaware Bay. The beach also hosts a daily flag-lowering ceremony during summer, adding a patriotic touch to the serene setting.
Don't miss
- Watch the daily flag-lowering ceremony at sunset during summer months.
- Search for Cape May diamonds, smooth quartz pebbles scattered along the shore.
- Photograph the SS Atlantus wreck, a concrete ship visible just offshore.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Sunset Beach (New Jersey)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way in2-Hour Sunset Safari Eco Cruise on the Osprey from Cape May4.9★ · 224 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →
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