Monday, March 29, 2010

Beach Patrol: Top 20 of the Greatest Beaches for the Family


In the search for your next island escapade, here is a list of twenty of the best beaches you and your family might want to visit.

The West Coast

Newport, Oregon

This is a great place for spotting gray whales. The environment is also layered with evergreen trees perfect for those nature trippers.

Port Aransas, Texas

From the Gulf Coast, take a ferry boat ride down to Mustang Island. There is a fishing village on the island where you can go teach the kids their first angling lessons.

Del Mar, California

For the serious surfers, this is your place! Del Mar boasts of having the best waves the county of San Diego has to offer. Del Mar is also perfect for tide pooling and fishing.

Santa Barbara, California

If you are looking for plain fun, this is definitely your spot! Located in-between the sea and the mountains of Santa Inez, there are a lot of sights to see and town to traverse.

Pacific Grove, California

This is the ideal place for relaxation. You can find cozy inns situated along the Pacific coastline that offer bed and breakfast.


Capitola, California

Soak in the sun here at Capitola, where the beaches are warm and protected -- safe for the whole family to enjoy.


Mendocino, California

What used to be a logging port, Mendocino, nowadays, is a scenic place with lots of inns and restaurants to choose from. There are also many boutiques and art galleries where you can go shop till you drop!

Santa Cruz, California

A surfer’s haven! Plenty of sand, sun, and huge waves! There are also spectacular carnival rides available along the coast for the kids to enjoy.


The East Coast

Block Island, Rhode Island

The coast of Rhode Islands is perfect for long walks and sight seeing.

York, Maine

Rugged ocean beaches where the water is cool and best for dipping. Bountiful sea foods, most especially lobsters!

Wellfleet, Massachusetts

The cottages are lovely; there are also freshwater ponds available. A relaxing place for couples or the whole family to unwind and reminisce.

The South Coast

Tybee Island, Georgia

The best summer getaway with its cozy cottages and dunes.

Beaufort, North Carolina

The perfect place for explorations. There are actually rumors that long ago, pirates frequented this small fishing village.

Wrightsville beach, North Carolina

A secluded beach town where you can go pick oysters or clams and have them cooked on your own liking for that great outdoor dining pleasure!

Lewes, Delaware

The Delmarva Peninsula is also an ideal surf spot. The serenity of the town is perfect for relaxing after a very busy day of conquering the waves.

Vero Beach, Florida

Wide-stretched beaches and comfortable cottages are available. Ideal vacation spot for the family.

Grayton Beach, Florida

Grayton beach is for that good old plain relaxation. The climate is serene and the environment is amiable. Nice to just sit back and soak in the sun.

Chincoteague, Virginia

The beach front is dotted with extravagant amusement parks -- perfect for the family. Wild horses can be sighted at the neighboring island of Assateague. These features add pleasure to the cool and clear waters of the Chincoteague beaches.


The Midwest

Lake Erie Islands, Ohio

First-rate amusement parks are located at the port of Sandusky. One can also go island hopping from South Bass Island to Kelleys via ferry boats.

Holland, Michigan

There are two lakes you can go visit: the Michigan and the Macatawa Lake. Experience a different kind of feel with this Dutch inspired all-American beach!

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