Summer 2024: Beach tent ban now in effect in North Wildwood, New Jersey | Here’s what you should know [Video]

NORTH WILDWOOD, New Jersey (WPVI) — In the midst of crashing waves and harsh winds Wednesday, three friends made their way onto the beach in North Wildwood.

“I just think the beaches are nice and the boardwalk is great and I love getting pizza here,” said Elijah Fernands of Haddonfield.

And since they’ve been here, they’ve noticed how small the beaches are, especially during high tide.

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So starting Wednesday, four-legged beach tents and cabanas are not allowed on North Wildwood’s beaches.

“You’re allowed to have a center pole round umbrella up to 8′ across. But any type of canopy or tent is restricted for the time being,” said North Wildwood Mayor Patrick Rosenello.

You are also allowed to have baby tents that are up to three feet high and three feet wide.

The new restrictions come as the beaches in North Wildwood …