Upscale family beach town with pristine beaches, upscale shopping, and dining. Features a walkable downtown area with boutiques and the Wetlands Institute for nature education. Beach tags required.
Popular beach with a mile-long boardwalk, volleyball courts, and designated surfing areas. Features playgrounds, concessions, and regular events. Popular with younger crowds and day-trippers. Beach badges required.
Family-friendly beach with lively boardwalk featuring Jenkinson’s Amusement Park, aquarium, and arcade. Offers extensive dining options, mini-golf, and nightlife. Beach badges required with private beach ownership.
Eastern Fire Island community beach accessible by ferry from Patchogue. Features the Casino restaurant and bar complex, marina facilities, and a mix of families and singles.
Family-oriented Fire Island community beach with a small downtown area including restaurants and shops. Accessible only by ferry from Bay Shore. Features both ocean and bay access.
Historic Victorian beach town with pristine beaches and charming atmosphere. Features well-maintained beaches with lifeguards, beach tags required. Known for dolphin watching and spectacular sunsets.
Maryland’s premier beach destination with 10 miles of clean, sandy beaches and a 3-mile boardwalk featuring restaurants, shops, and amusements. Free beach access with lifeguards from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere and events.
One of the widest beaches in New Jersey with free access (no beach tags). Features a lively 2-mile boardwalk with three amusement piers, water parks, and classic boardwalk food. Known for its 1950s Doo-Wop architecture.
Revitalized beach town with vibrant arts scene, music heritage, and LGBTQ+ community. Features historic boardwalk, dining options, and entertainment venues including the legendary Stone Pony. Beach badges required.
Family-oriented beach town with extensive beachfront and promenade. Features various water sports, free summer concerts, and special events. Beach tags required with rentals available for beach chairs and umbrellas.