Coast Guard enforces safety zone for Cape May paddle event in June 2026

The Coast Guard is enforcing a special local regulation for the Around the Island Paddle on June 28, 2026. The enforcement window runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This rule applies to parts of Cape May Harbor, the Atlantic Ocean, and Delaware Bay in Cape May, New Jersey.

Why it matters: This is a standard safety measure for a specific recreational event. It does not change long-term navigation rules or create new laws. Its only purpose is to manage traffic and ensure safety during the few hours the race takes place.

Who it affects

• Recreational boaters planning to be in Cape May Harbor, the Atlantic Ocean, or Delaware Bay on June 28 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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This enforcement action was issued by Captain Kate F. Higgins-Bloom, Captain of the Port for Sector Delaware Bay, as published in the Federal Register on May 29, 2026. Check the original document for full regulatory details.

Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document