Baltimore County park on Chesapeake Bay featuring a small sand and pebble beach area and remnants of the historic Bay Shore Amusement Park. Offers fishing pier, hiking trails, and picnic pavilions. Entry fee required with seasonal operation.
Beaches for Historic
Bowers Beach
Historic fishing village where the St. Jones and Murderkill Rivers meet Delaware Bay. Features maritime museum, fishing charters, and small public beach area. Known more for fishing, crabbing, and boating than swimming.
Savannah Road Beach
Popular public beach on Delaware Bay in historic Lewes with calm, shallow waters ideal for families with young children. Features lifeguards in summer, nearby parking, restrooms, and food options. Close to downtown Lewes attractions.
Kitts Hummock Beach
Historic beach community on Delaware Bay dating to 1738, named for early settler. Important horseshoe crab spawning area and migratory bird habitat. Limited facilities with small, primarily residential community and natural beaches.
Ocean Grove Beach
Historic beach in a Methodist camp meeting community featuring the Great Auditorium, tent city, and largest collection of Victorian architecture in the United States. Beach activities historically restricted on Sundays. Beach badges required.
Watch Hill Beach
A pristine beach in an upscale coastal village featuring the Flying Horse Carousel (oldest operating carousel in America). Surrounded by historic buildings, shops, and restaurants with a charming atmosphere.
Nantasket Beach
A mile-long sandy beach with a historic beachfront area that was once home to the famous Paragon Park amusement center. Features a restored carousel, restaurants, and convenient access from Boston.
Singing Beach
Named for the unique sound its sand makes when walked upon, this picturesque crescent beach features clear water and a historic bathhouse. Located in a charming coastal town accessible by train from Boston.