Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
4.6
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ7,292 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
The Hereford Lighthouse is one of the most beautiful lighthouses to tour on the Jersey Shore. It has interesting artifacts to see, nicely decorated rooms with period furniture and a great display on the top floor of the light that used to shine at the lighthouse. They also have great exhibits on the lighthouse masters who used to run the lighthouse and the kids that lived there.
The nicest thing about the museum is the beautiful gardens in both the front and the back of the lighthouse. The local garden club does such a nice job with them and they are vibrant and colorful. When they are in bloom, there is nothing like the colorful show of flowers.
The nicest thing about the museum is the beautiful gardens in both the front and the back of the lighthouse. The local garden club does such a nice job with them and they are vibrant and colorful. When they are in bloom, there is nothing like the colorful show of flowers.
Written September 27, 2023
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PATRICIA T
4 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Stayed in Wildwood Crest for a family vacation, ages infant to 76. All of us had a wonderful time. Did the boards with all of us riding rides -- Log Flume was the favorite --young girls did the Anime shops, had boardwalk perogies and lots of great food, hopped on and off the Tram Car using the new online App. We all visited the beach, however, the ocean is still pretty cold there in June, but walked the water's edge, collected shells and kids from the East Coast taught the AZ kids how to make a sand castle. Went out for delicious fresh seafood dinners and everyone loved the dolphin watcher. The main purpose of the trip was honoring my mother and brother who had passed with an engraved paver being laid at the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. That memorial location could not have been any more perfect.
Written July 26, 2024
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Dean_Amy-2004
Gettysburg, PA8,350 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A beautiful light with an interesting story history. It was relocated after the foundation was destroyed but the house/light remained in tact. Beautiful gardens to explore as well. Just off the sea wall; also a small parking area available in front. Parking is free and entrance is by donation. You can walk to the top of the tower, just below the light. The coast guard still mans the light and it is not open. Nice little shop and lots of donated items/history throughout the house.
Written July 12, 2023
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SDB4
New Jersey3,724 contributions
Jul 2022
A quaint lighthouse situated on the inlet was a beautiful place to visit. We enjoyed touring the lighthouse, looking at pictures of the lighthouse and North Wildwood through the years, and getting a glimpse into the lives of the keepers and their families.
The gardens are amazing and lead out to the walking path that lines the inlet. What a stunning view!
There is no admission fee, but a donation is requested. I would definitely recommend spending some time at this treasure in North Wildwood.
The gardens are amazing and lead out to the walking path that lines the inlet. What a stunning view!
There is no admission fee, but a donation is requested. I would definitely recommend spending some time at this treasure in North Wildwood.
Written July 10, 2022
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4PAfam
Wrightsville, PA177 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
This lighthouse was found by accident when our son went on a morning run while on vacation. We came back later that day and so glad we did. Parking is free and it is donation accepted. What a perfect, affordable family experience filled with rich history and surprising facts about this off the beaten path gem! We thoroughly enjoyed each room and all the relics. The surrounding garden was beautifully landscaped full of colorful blooms. Bring your camera as the grounds are so picturesque. The woman at the front desk was so welcoming and kind and very enthusiastic about the lighthouse. What a wonderful must see place you don't want to miss!
Written June 29, 2024
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April1585
Galloway, NJ244 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Hereford inlet lighthouse is absolutely stunning! The harden and all of the flowers are just gorgeous. The path leading up to the path by the water has a railing, and notches on the incline to have grip on your feet, and there are boats at the top with cutouts on the back for easy access to get inside for a fun photo op! You can walk pretty much the length of the water on the cement walkway. It’s very beautiful and relaxing. I enjoyed our visit and will be coming again! A definite stop if you’re on vacation or a local!
Written July 9, 2021
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Judy Momorella
7 contributions
May 2021
the structure itself is as lovely as ever, however the gardens are just a mere shadow of their former beauty. The stunning, award winning plantings in the cottage garden style that complimented the architecture of the lighthouse so perfectly have been replaced with unimaginative, ordinary bedding plants.
Breaks my heart to see all the beautiful work Steve Murray and his friends put into the garden destroyed.
No more Maritime Festival....the N.J. Lighthouse Society dropped the site in the annual Lighthouse Challenge!
Way to go Mayor Rosenello!
Breaks my heart to see all the beautiful work Steve Murray and his friends put into the garden destroyed.
No more Maritime Festival....the N.J. Lighthouse Society dropped the site in the annual Lighthouse Challenge!
Way to go Mayor Rosenello!
Written May 14, 2021
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Nikki F
50 contributions
Jun 2020
Found this little gem a couple of years ago while taking an early morning walk while in North Wildwood. I haven't been inside yet, but the grounds are just beautiful. I make sure I walk to at least this point every visit.
Written September 14, 2020
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angeleyes27
Brigantine, NJ5,396 contributions
I have visited the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse almost every year for the past 15 years. And I enjoy it every time. The gardens are very peaceful and scenic..a place where weddings take place. There is a little path that goes to the ocean and from there, you can sit on park benches and see for miles down the jetties and the entire beach. I walk there early in the morning and just sit beside the ocean. This year I took the lighthouse tour. Although it is not a very tall lighthouse, the staff does their best to give the history of the lighthouse. This lighthouse was in disrepair 30 years and was boarded up. How nice it is to see it restored for generations to enjoy!
Written May 28, 2006
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309JohnD309
Southborough, MA27 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
This lighthouse used to be a highlight of any trip to New Jersey. Since the end of last year (2017) the city's Mayor (who is a local businessman) "power tripped" and decided to close the lighthouse without notice and throw out the volunteers who had spent over 30 years and thousands of hours restoring, renovating, and maintaining the light and establishing an award winning specialty garden and museum. Now after 8 months the Mayor is trying to enlist new volunteers under the city's control for the operation of the Museum (the insides of which have been gutted and many of the garden plants have been removed).
Written May 31, 2018
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Have three memorial bricks in the gardens...I would like to purchase another one...How do I go about this?
Written August 14, 2018
I have no idea if the City of North Wildwood is continuing the fine efforts of the Friends of Hereford Inlet Lighthouse as it pertains to brick purchases, The Friends saved the lighthouse from demolition by neglect over 30 years ago, nurtured it to become an iconic landmark with award winning gardens and a focus on history. In January of this year, the Mayor of North Wildwood booted the Friends out so that he could have the gardens destroyed to improve his view and that of his neighbors of the ocean - talk about overreach and disgraceful behavior. For full details, check in on the herefordlighthouse . org website for the last Newsletter - if you haven't heard the news, worth the read.
Written August 15, 2018
Have three memorial bricks in the gardens and would like to buy another one...how do I go about this?
Written August 14, 2018
Since the city took control over the operation of the lighthouse they are in the process of dismantling the gardens. :(
Written August 15, 2018
Hi, STimson1. What would you like to know about this attraction? What are the visiting hours and how much does it cost? Thanks
Written June 7, 2018
They’re open seven days a week but I don’t recall the hours. The cost was minimal. I would contact them directly for the exact information.
Written June 26, 2018
We travel with a very small 4lb dog can we bring her to the gardens?
Written August 22, 2017
Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on the grounds of the lighthouse, including the gardens.
Written August 23, 2017
Can you access the sea wall walkway through the gardens when the lighthouse is closed?
Written August 13, 2017
Age 12 and under is 3.00. Over 12 is 6.00 to tour the lighthouse. The gardens and gift shop are free. The gardens lead out to a boardwalk with benches to sit and enjoy the view
Written June 9, 2017
We are planning a trip in mid-June. I noticed that the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse is only open Thursday-Sunday mornings. If you purchase a discounted combination pass to see both Hereford and Cape May Light, do you have to go to both on the same day?
Written March 16, 2016
The Hereford Lighthouse will be open seven days a week in the summer. If you purchase the combination ticket, you can use your Cape May Lighthouse on another day. The new hours will be posted as soon as the staff is available. June 18th and 19th the Hereford Lighthouse has it's annual festival, with food, entertainment and vendors selling Art, jewelry, photos, etc. I hope this helps you plan your trip. The flowers will be in full bloom also.
Written March 16, 2016
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