Upscale beach destination known for pristine white sand, calm waters, and the historic Naples Pier for fishing and dolphin watching. Adjacent to the luxury shopping and dining district of Old Naples. Famous for spectacular Gulf sunsets and cleanliness. Popular with affluent travelers and retirees.
Famous surfing destination and the “East Coast Surfing Capital.” Home to the Ron Jon Surf Shop flagship store, the Cocoa Beach Pier, and close to Kennedy Space Center. Perfect for watching rocket launches from the shore. Features Space Coast views of cruise ships departing Port Canaveral.
The liveliest area of Tybee Island, featuring the Tybee Pier and Pavilion, numerous restaurants, shops, and the island’s main nightlife scene. Popular with surfers and swimmers with lifeguards present during peak season. Offers beach chair and umbrella rentals.
The main public beach area on Isle of Palms, featuring volleyball courts, nearby restaurants and shops, and a fishing pier. Popular with families and day visitors from Charleston. Offers chair and umbrella rentals during the summer.
Family-oriented beach town with 10 miles of shoreline and over 60 public beach access points. Features two fishing piers, Oak Island Lighthouse, and a relaxed atmosphere with small-town charm.
Located on Hatteras Island, Avon offers wide beaches with good fishing conditions and water sports. Features Avon Pier, rental homes, and proximity to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Known for windsurfing and kiteboarding.
Family-oriented beach town with a 7-mile stretch of shoreline. Features the Museum of Coastal Carolina, Ocean Isle Pier, and sea turtle protection program. Known for its clean beaches and relaxed atmosphere.
North Carolina’s southernmost beach town, featuring a wide, flat beach with abundant seashells. Known for beautiful sunsets, Bird Island Reserve, the Kindred Spirit Mailbox, and several nearby golf courses.
Natural beach on Delaware Bay with 300-foot fishing pier and boat launch. Not recommended for swimming but excellent for fishing, crabbing, and wildlife observation. Features wildlife area and historic Woodland Beach Hotel ruins.
Charming small-town beach on the western shore of Chesapeake Bay featuring a fishing pier, half-mile boardwalk, and beach area. Hosts frequent events, farmers markets, and festivals. Beach access requires fee for non-residents during summer.