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New Jersey Shelling Guide
New Jersey's coastline rewards the early riser. Walk the wrack line near inlets and jetties at low tide and you'll be surprised by what the Atlantic leaves behind.
Best Beaches for Shelling
- Sandy Hook (Gateway National Recreation Area)
- Island Beach State Park
- Cape May (and Sunset Beach)
- Long Beach Island
- Brigantine
When to Go
Shell at low tide, early in the day, and after autumn and winter storms for the biggest hauls. Cape May is also famous for 'Cape May diamonds.'
Shells You'll Likely Find
- Knobbed whelk (the state shell)
- Surf clams and quahogs
- Slipper shells
- Moon snails
- Jingle shells
Take the illustrated New Jersey guide along for your next Shore weekend.
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