Protected barrier island famous for its wild horses, undeveloped beaches, and diverse ecosystems. Features camping options, hiking trails, and pristine beaches. Split between Maryland and Virginia portions with different regulations and facilities.
Beaches for Camping
Cape Henlopen State Park
Historic state park with pristine beaches, hiking trails, and WWII observation towers. Features a fishing pier, bike trails, nature center, and Fort Miles Historical Area. Camping available with modern bath facilities and cabins.
Delaware Seashore State Park
Six miles of ocean and bay beaches divided by the Indian River Inlet. Features modern campground, marina facilities, and excellent surf fishing. Access to both ocean beaches and calm bay waters for various activities.
Hither Hills State Park
Beach and campground on the eastern end of Long Island featuring beautiful “walking dunes” of Napeague Harbor. Popular destination for families with campsites close to the ocean.
Fire Island National Seashore
Protected seashore with 26 miles of undeveloped beaches, dunes, and maritime forests. Car-free communities accessible by ferry. Features the Sunken Forest, a globally rare ecological community.
Cupsogue Beach County Park
Located on the western end of Dune Road in Westhampton with Atlantic Ocean access. Features camping facilities, saltwater fishing, food concessions, and outer beach access for off-road vehicles with permits.
Smith Point County Park
Suffolk County’s largest ocean beach featuring the TWA Flight 800 International Memorial. Offers camping, outer beach access for 4x4s, and prime fishing locations. Home to Fire Island National Seashore Wilderness area.
Hammonasset Beach State Park
Connecticut’s largest shoreline park featuring over 2 miles of sandy beach on Long Island Sound. Includes Meigs Point Nature Center, campground with 550 sites, and extensive recreational facilities.
Rocky Neck State Park
A diverse park featuring a crescent-shaped sandy beach, salt marsh, and rocky shoreline. Includes a unique stone pavilion built by the Works Progress Administration with camping and hiking trails.
Scusset Beach
A sandy beach at the start of the Cape Cod Canal with camping facilities and a 3,000-foot jetty popular for fishing. Offers excellent views of ships entering and exiting the canal.