A treasured part of Cape May’s coastal lore, “Cape May Diamonds” are quartz stones that wash ashore along Sunset Beach. Formed millions of years ago and carried down the Delaware River, these smooth stones have fascinated visitors for centuries. Local history tells of their significance to the Lenape people, who once inhabited this region.
Join our guides on this adventure as we learn about the geology, legends, and history behind these unique stones, shaped by time and tide, and search for a few of our own to take home!