Sneak Away To These 8 Secret Bayside Beaches In Delaware To Escape The Crowds
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Kim Magaraci
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Delaware’s beaches are great, but the summertime tourists are not. If you’re still looking for some time on the sand without having to deal with crazy parking and crushing crowds, head to any of these bayside beaches in Delaware to enjoy a summer day in a peaceful way.
Plum Island Beach is one of the quietest beaches in Delaware, and many people use it as a kayak launch into the Delaware Bay. It feels a bit like a desert island, thanks to the shipwreck that remains on the sand.
Fowler Beach is one of the quietest beaches in the state. It's close to Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, so bring a pair of binoculars and get ready to do some birdwatching.
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Did you know that Woodland Beach was once a resort town until a tsunami washed the hotels and amusement rides away? Today, you won't deal with long lines of any sort - just a quiet beach that's great for fishing and relaxing.
Of all the bayside beaches, Bowers is the most popular. You can enjoy a great meal at JP's Wharf on the river, or learn about pirate history at the Maritime Musem.
Pickering Beach is just south of Bombay Hook, so again, great wildlife spotting opportunities await. This quiet beach is a great place to walk along the sand and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bay.
Slaughter Beach may sound intimidating, but you're unlikely to meet your end here. Visit to learn all about horseshoe crabs that show up here by the thousands during the breeding season.
Big Stone Beach is located in between Pickering and Slaughter Beaches, and this little beach town is quiet as can be.
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Kitts Hummock is a charming little beach town that enjoys old fashioned, bayside life. Relax on the sand and enjoy the warm bay water if you want to go for a swim.
Where will you go on your next beach day? If you still think you need the ocean, at least make it a trip to One Of The Most Remote Beaches In Delaware, where you’ll get to enjoy a dip in the Atlantic without the Rehoboth crowds.
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