Coast Guard to Patrol Paddle Race in Cape May This Summer
Published Date: 6/1/2026
Rule
Summary
On June 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Coast Guard will enforce special rules for the Around the Island Paddle event in Cape May, NJ. Boat operators in the area must follow instructions from Coast Guard patrols, and anyone not in the event needs permission to enter the waterway. This keeps everyone safe and the event running smoothly without any surprise waves!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Vessel operators must follow Coast Guard orders
On June 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., if you operate any vessel in the Around the Island Paddle regulated area (portions of Cape May Harbor, Atlantic Ocean, and Delaware Bay in Cape May, NJ), you must follow directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
Non‑participants need permission to enter waterway
If you are not participating in the Around the Island Paddle, you must request permission from the Event Patrol Commander or an official patrol vessel to pass through the regulated area or to enter and remain in the designated spectator area during June 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Coast Guard will notify mariners ahead of enforcement
The Coast Guard will publish this enforcement via the Local Notice to Mariners and the Broadcast Notice to Mariners so mariners in the Cape May, NJ area are informed before the Around the Island Paddle enforcement on June 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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