Luckily, the South is full of theseunder-the-radar gems.
Assateague hugs the Mid-Atlantic coast as a barrier island and exists as a wildlife refuge.
The artsy beach town feels old-fashioned, but with a twist.
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you’re able to also take a guided snorkeling tour at a nearby marine sanctuary.
Head to Boneyard Beach to see oak, cedar, and pine trees on the sands.
Here, you’ll enjoy some of the freshest seafood you could get your hands on.
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(Take a visit to the Indian Pass Raw Bar for that, or catch it yourself.)
If you find yourself getting sun burnt and stir crazy, check out the historic Cape San Blas lighthouse.
Located on the Gulf of Mexico, this cluster of barrier islands is midway between Tampa and Tallahassee.
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(In fact, it’s still owned and managed by members of the Carnegie family.)
Find Deer Island and its seaside preservehome to several endangered speciesoff the coast of Biloxi.
No bells and whistles needed.
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(Just because this island is little, doesn’t mean it’s boring.)
It’s only about 25 minutes from Beaufort, and it’s drivable to Hunting Island State Park.
Mostly undeveloped and untouched, the beaches here are great getaways for vacationers seeking quiet days on the sands.
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(They’re also pet friendly!)
Book your stay at The Salty Mermaid Oceanfront Hotel, a retro-cool renovated motor court, for beachfront views.
This little town is so chill you’ll find it hard to go back to real life.
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(Er, we’ll take the boat, yo.)
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In other words, states determine the boundary between public and private beaches with the high tide line.
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