How will North Wildwood’s beaches be rebuilt?

North Wildwood once boasted the largest beach in New Jersey. Today it is struggling to find enough sand, money and political support for its beach replenishment projects.

By: Jackson Hesley

Outlets: South Jersey Climate News

Published: November 17, 2025

Words: 1,236

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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Over the last 50 years, North Wildwood has seen its beaches erode more than any other shore town.

Hurricanes, nor’easters and rising tides have stripped thousands of feet of sand away from the town near the mouth of Hereford Inlet.

“Right now, we’re considered one of the most erosional points in the state of New Jersey,” said Nicholas Long, …

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