If you are looking for an escape to some peaceful beach towns in America where you can park the car, drag a beach chair and a book to the sand, and then shuffle down the boardwalk. Then check out some of the great American Beach towns, from classic fun-in-the-sun California to New England colonial charm.
1. Ogunquit, Maine: A year round vacation destination; Ogunquit has long been a beautiful tourist spot for every season.
2. Mexico Beach, Florida: Explore the small-town fun, with gumbo cook-offs, kingfish tournaments, and fireworks fundraisers.
3. Newport, Rhode Island: Here you can get Beaches to suit every budget, from exclusive clubs to free, secluded spots on Aquidneck Island
4. Folly Beach, South Carolina: Enjoy an array of activities from camping and fishing to relaxing on the beach. The exciting history of the beach really fascinates visitors.
5. Saugatuck, Michigan: Located three-hour drive from Detroit, this historic town has always fascinated people looking for a watery muse, rugged adventures, or simple beach pleasures.
6. Coral Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands: More than 40 beaches on the island, with hiking trails to nearly all of them.
7. Port Aransas, Texas: Beautiful beaches, world class fishing and affordable accommodations together make Port Aransas a perfect getaway and vacation destination.
8. Santa Cruz, California: A perfect source of entertainment and one of the best places to enjoy mountain biking, long-boarding, and refueling on organic, farm-fresh fare.
9. Jekyll Island, Georgia: Also referred to as the “best kept secret” in the Southeast; this island has a lot more to offer from horseback riding on the beach to kayaking and canoeing through salt marshes and much more…
10. Cannon Beach, Oregon: This nine miles of wide, walkable beach invites the visitors to enjoy the scenic beauty, watch the sea creatures in the tidepools.
So! Go and explore these fun filled beach towns and treat your family with an unforgettable vacation this summer.
Cannon Beach is Awesome! Way to have the Northwest represented in the top 10!!!