Jensen Beach on Hutchinson Island offers a laid-back atmosphere with uncrowded beaches and excellent water quality. The beach town has retained its charming, small-town character with locally owned shops and restaurants. Jensen Beach is known as the ‘Pineapple Capital of the World’ due to its pineapple plantation history celebrated in the annual Pineapple Festival. The […]
A scenic coastal inlet between St. Simons and Sea Island, popular for fishing, bird watching, and nature photography. Features a wooden observation deck and is a designated stop on the Colonial Coast Birding Trail. Not ideal for swimming due to strong currents.
Facing the Savannah River on Tybee Island’s southern end, this calm beach offers spectacular sunset views and dolphin watching opportunities. Features gentler currents ideal for families with small children. Popular for kayaking and paddleboarding.
Features Bear Island, a 3-mile-long barrier island accessible by ferry or kayak. Offers pristine beaches with limited development, primitive camping, and excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and stargazing.
A vibrant beach town with crystal-clear waters and spacious shores. Popular with surfers, paddleboarders, and families. Features a scenic harbor, beach volleyball, and a lively downtown with restaurants and shops.
A family-oriented beach with a small-town feel, known for being one of North Carolina’s least-developed barrier islands. Features 8 miles of south-facing beaches, fishing pier, boat ramp access, and turtle watching.
Protected coastal habitat featuring undeveloped beaches, salt marshes, and maritime forests. Limited facilities with focus on conservation and wildlife observation. Free access with important shorebird nesting areas and pristine natural setting.
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.
State park on the Chesapeake Bay featuring a mainland area with campground and small beach plus the uninhabited Janes Island accessible by boat. Offers kayak trails, fishing opportunities, and primitive beaches on the island portion. Entry fee required.
St. Mary’s County park on the Patuxent River featuring a small beach area, historic manor house, and equestrian facilities. Offers kayak launches, hiking trails, and fishing opportunities. Entry fee required with limited beach facilities.