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Stone Harbor
Spend 1–2 days: beach, wetlands, and a quick bite; walk or bike everywhere, no car needed.
Stone Harbor is a tiny barrier‑island town on the Jersey Shore. Its three‑mile beach, bird‑sanctuary wetlands and compact main‑street mean a full day covers the highlights; a second day lets you relax or try water sports. Walking, biking or the seasonal trolley replace a car.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, limited parking)
- Airport
- ACY
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Stone Harbor911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Stone Harbor, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyStone Harbor is low‑crime; main risks are summer crowds, parking scarcity and beach‑tag compliance.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportACY Atlantic City International Airport.
- Getting aroundWalk or bike; bike paths run along 2nd–3rd Ave.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café$2–$4
- Budget bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$150
- High-end bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ACY Atlantic City International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Jun, Sep. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Dec (9 rain days), driest Jun (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Stone Harbor: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
8 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
5 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
5 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or bike; bike paths run along 2nd–3rd Ave. Summer trolley runs the length of the island, stop‑on‑demand. Parking scarce in peak summer.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Cape May County Zoo
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Drive or ride trolley to 5 mi north, about 15 min
Wetlands Institute (Stone Harbor Blvd)
goDoor to door: ≈10 min total
Walk or bike 5 min north
Avalon (NJ)
goDoor to door: ≈10 min
Bike or trolley 1 mi north
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Pebbles Guest House
Multi‑unit rental, rooms or whole house; summer rates $150–$250 per night.
Lark Motel
Budget motel on 96th St; $120–$180 per night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–$120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–$200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range B&B1 × 1 night × US$250 | US$250 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Bike rental (full day)2 × US$20 · check | US$40 |
| Trolley day pass2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| Beach tag2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$56 |
| Trip total≈ US$308 per person per day, bed included | US$616 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights, car rental, and park passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | $2–$4 |
| Ice cream cone | $3–$5 |
| Beach tag (per person) | $10 |
| Bike rental (hour) | $5–$8 |
| Trolley ride | $2–$3 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking fills quickly on holiday weekends; arrive early or use the trolley.
- Beach tags required; buy at 95th St or from beach taggers.
- Dogs not allowed on beach 10 AM–5 PM.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Stone Harbor. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, limited parking) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Bike rental on 98th St for $15–$25 per day
- Trolley day pass $5
- Beach tag $10 per person per day
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