As summer approaches, the beach is on the mind of many vacationers. But with so many great locations to choose from you may be wondering, "What are the top 5 beach destinations for 2016?" With hundreds of beaches along America's East Coast, it's no wonder that making one choice is so hard.
Here are a few great beach destinations for a relaxing vacation along America's Atlantic Coast:
South Ocean Beach, Assateague Island, Maryland. South Ocean Beach is only a few miles from the excitement of Ocean City, Maryland, but visitor's to the island will think they have stepped back in time. The untouched, natural barrier island is popular for biking, fishing, canoeing, and hiking. It's also home to wild ponies, who run free along the island's breathtaking,
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This Beach is on the tip of the South Fork Peninsula on Long Island. The Atlantic hotspot, that's only 118 miles from Midtown Manhattan has six state parks to explore. For the sports enthusiast, Ditch Plains Beach is the perfect spot for surfing, windsurfing, and kite surfing. Take a break from the pristine beach, and visit the nearby Montauk Point Lighthouse for an unobstructed view of the Atlantic Ocean and Long Island.
Nauset Beach, East Orleans, Massachusetts. The beautiful one-mile long beach along the Cape Cod National Seashore in Eastham, Massachusetts is smaller than the other destinations. But, the great waves on the Outer Cape still make it a popular destination for surfing, boogie boarding, and body surfing. Make sure to get a picture of the beach and amazing scenery from the lookout area located in the parking area before you leave!
The Outer Banks Beaches, North Carolina. This North Carolina summer destination has something for everyone. There are 15 Outer Banks Beaches, but Corolla Beach is one of the more popular beaches for visitors. A herd of wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs roams the northern beaches of Corolla. Keep in mind for this part of the vacation, the area is protected, and can only be accessed by a four-wheeled drive vehicle. Not far from the beaches, visitors will find the Wright Brother's National Memorial. Looking for more excitement? The not so faint of heart, can try hang gliding lessons in nearby Kitty