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Yes lots of ships and with the tide I would give them extra room. Much of bay is relatively shallow though deep enough for you - it only helps the chop build up.
Canal is a help watch out for railroad swing bridge as you can not pass on one side (S?) as there are cables this is mentioned in all guide books. Again timing the tide is key unless you like to motor very slowly. But when it''s with you you will fly.
Anchorage in Cape may was too rough for us when we stayed there during a storm.
In Cape May the big lobster house in the harbor BH? has a lunchonette a separate entrance- same kitchen much better prices.
Todd