Sebastian Inlet State Park is famous for its surfing spots including ‘First Peak’ and ‘Monster Hole’ which attract surfers from around the world. The park spans both sides of Sebastian Inlet with fishing jetties extending into the water. The Sebastian Fishing Museum and McLarty Treasure Museum highlight the area’s rich history including shipwrecks from the […]
Magnolia Beach is a unique “shell beach” composed primarily of crushed shells rather than sand, creating a striking white shoreline along Matagorda Bay. This free beach allows camping directly on the shore with no permits required, making it popular with budget travelers and RV enthusiasts. The calm, shallow waters of the protected bay are ideal […]
Holly Beach is one of Galveston’s most western public beach access points, offering a more natural experience than the island’s eastern beaches. The remote location results in fewer visitors, creating a sense of discovery and solitude rare on popular coastal areas. The beach allows vehicle access and overnight camping without permits, attracting those seeking a […]
Grayton Beach State Park features consistently ranked among America’s most beautiful beaches with sugar-white sand and emerald green water. The park is unique for its rare coastal dune lakes, a natural phenomenon found in few places worldwide where freshwater lakes intermittently connect with the Gulf of Mexico. A 4.5-mile hiking trail winds through a coastal […]
Henderson Beach State Park preserves 6,000 feet of pristine shoreline and natural coastal scrub ecosystem in the otherwise heavily developed Destin area. The beach features brilliant white quartz sand and emerald-green waters characteristic of the Emerald Coast. A nature trail winds through ancient dunes, some over 30 feet tall, providing habitat for wildlife including migratory […]
Bahia Honda offers the best natural beaches in the Florida Keys with crystal clear waters and fine white sand – rare for the rocky Keys. The park features two major beach areas: Sandspur Beach and Calusa Beach, with excellent swimming and snorkeling opportunities. The old Bahia Honda Rail Bridge provides a scenic backdrop and historic […]
Part of the National Wildlife Refuge system, this barrier island features diverse habitats including pristine beaches. Accessible only by boat, offering primitive camping, hiking trails, and excellent fishing opportunities. Important nesting area for loggerhead turtles.
An undeveloped, wild beach on Sapelo Island accessible via the island’s ferry and transportation system. Features primitive campsites near the beach, excellent birding opportunities, and a truly pristine coastal environment. Permits required for camping.
Located near the Sea Camp ranger station and campground on Cumberland Island. Accessible via ferry and a short walk. Features wide, flat beaches with opportunities to see wild horses and other wildlife. Limited facilities available at the Sea Camp area.
Undeveloped barrier island accessible only by boat, featuring the famous “Boneyard Beach” where fallen trees create a hauntingly beautiful landscape. Offers primitive camping, wildlife viewing, and truly unspoiled natural coastal environments.