Northernmost barrier island in Florida featuring 13 miles of pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and historic Fernandina Beach with Victorian architecture. One of the few places in Florida offering horseback riding on the beach. Known for its golf courses, natural beauty, and upscale yet relaxed atmosphere.
Two-acre beachfront along the York River in historic Yorktown. Features swimming area, fishing pier, and waterfront restaurants. Free access with nearby Revolutionary War battlefield sites, museums, and shopping. Hosts special events and concerts.
Small beach park on the James River near historic Jamestown featuring swimming areas, picnic shelters, and kayak launches. Offers historic setting with views of Jamestown Island. Parking fee required during peak season.
Virginia’s most visited state park where English colonists first landed in 1607. Features 1.5 miles of beachfront on Chesapeake Bay, 20 miles of hiking trails, and diverse coastal habitats. Entry fee required with campground and cabin rentals available.
Historic park at the southern tip of Maryland’s western shore where the Potomac River meets Chesapeake Bay. Features a beach area, fishing pier, boat launch, campground, and Civil War museum. Entry fee required with spectacular water views.
Named for coins from shipwrecked vessels that wash ashore, located within Delaware Seashore State Park. Popular with metal detector enthusiasts and beachcombers. Less developed area with focus on natural beach experience.
Named for the 1785 shipwreck “Faithful Steward” carrying British coins, located within Delaware Seashore State Park. Coins occasionally still wash ashore after storms. Features standard park facilities with interesting historical significance.
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.
Named for the site of the first transatlantic wireless communication, this beach features towering clay cliffs and expansive Atlantic Ocean views. Offers good surfing conditions and a less crowded atmosphere.
Consistently ranked among America’s best beaches, featuring a wide sandy shore backed by glacial bluffs. Popular for swimming, surfing, and seal watching with access via shuttle bus during summer.