Cape May–Lewes Ferry Live Webcams: Watch the Bay in Real Time
Want to catch a glimpse of the Delaware Bay, watch the ferries sail in and out, or spot nesting ospreys high above the terminal lights? You’ve come to the right place. The Cape May–Lewes Ferry Live Webcams offer real-time video feeds from our terminals in Cape May, New Jersey, and Lewes, Delaware, giving you a front-row seat to all the activity on the water and along the shore.
Whether you’re checking traffic and weather conditions before heading to the terminal, watching a ferry depart as part of your travel planning, or want to take in the peaceful views of the bay from home, our live ferry cams are here for you. You may even get a surprise view of nesting birds, pods of dolphins, or a glowing sunset over the horizon. It’s like having your virtual perch on the ferry deck, 24/7.
See What’s Happening Right Now on the Delaware Bay
Our webcams stream live video from multiple vantage points, including:
- Terminal approach lanes to monitor drive-on vehicle traffic.
- Vehicle decks and slip areas to see ferries loading and unloading.
- Open water shots with panoramic views of the Delaware Bay.
- Special focus feeds that occasionally highlight wildlife, osprey nests, or seasonal events like fireworks and Rock the Boat cruises.
Each feed provides up-to-the-minute visuals that help you plan your crossing, check visibility conditions, or simply enjoy the natural beauty of this iconic coastal route—planning to drive aboard? Be sure to also visit our Schedules and Fares page to organize your trip.
Wildlife & Scenic Views Right From Your Screen
The Cape May–Lewes Ferry is more than just transportation—it’s a floating front-row seat to coastal wildlife and bird activity. Our webcams occasionally point toward osprey nests, shorebird colonies, and even Atlantic bottlenose dolphins swimming offshore. Birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts especially love spotting seasonal nesting behaviors from ospreys, terns, and gulls in and around the terminals.
If you’re a fan of birding or want to learn more about the wildlife along the Delaware Bay, check out:
Plan, Watch, and Wander
This page is one of the most popular on our site for good reason—people love to stay connected with the Ferry and the natural rhythms of the Delaware Bay. Whether you’re daydreaming about your next coastal road trip, checking sailings between Cape May and Lewes, or monitoring conditions before boarding, our webcams help you plan smarter and travel more enjoyably.
Helpful Pages to Visit While You Watch:
Please Note:
Our webcams may occasionally go offline for maintenance or upgrades. If you experience any interruptions, please check back soon—we work to restore service as quickly as possible.