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World War II Lookout Tower, Cape May

4.6
#3 of 7 in Historic Sites in Cape May County
Lookout · Hidden Gem · Military Museum
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  • By jonahNJ
    This 100 foot tall tower is the last lookout tower remaining on the southern New Jersey coast that was used as part of a coastal defense system used during World War II. This tower, also known as...  more »
  • By Michael S
    clean, well kept and well set up...guides were informative and helpful when we visited. ample parking across the road  more »
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  • By K Mac
    Great experience and amazing view! Very informative. The gentlemen at the bottom and top were very helpful. I am so thankful this is open to the public.
  • By greg polcer
    Very cool and they tell you all about the history of the tower and what they used it for during the war.
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