Beach Location: Eastern U.S. Southern Coast

Tucked away between vast salt marshes and the open ocean, Georgia’s Golden Isles include St. Simons, Sea, and the completely undeveloped landscapes of Jekyll Island. Read our guides to explore moss-draped coastal pathways, historic millionaires' preserves, and the world-famous weathered trees of Driftwood Beach.

Affectionately known as "Savannah’s Beach," Tybee Island combines a quirky, historic coastal town atmosphere with miles of wide, sun-soaked sandy shores. Discover our walkability reviews covering its distinct beach zones, historic coastal fort trails, and peaceful marsh-lined rivers perfect for spotting local dolphins.

Encompassing 85 miles of pristine North Carolina coastline, the Crystal Coast is celebrated for its brilliant, clear Atlantic waters and south-facing protective barrier beaches. Explore our detailed breakdowns of Cape Lookout National Seashore, historic maritime villages, and expansive, uncrowded sand strands built for peaceful beachcombing.

A legendary 200-mile string of narrow barrier islands dropping off the coast of North Carolina, the Outer Banks are wild, wind-swept, and steeped in maritime history. Discover our local guides to the towering sand hills of Jockey’s Ridge, iconic coastal lighthouses, and remote wilderness beaches where wild Spanish mustangs still roam free along the surf line.

Stretching from the mouth of the Cape Fear River down to the South Carolina border, this region features a collection of laid-back, family-oriented island communities like Wrightsville, Carolina, and Wilmington beaches. Find the best local trails hiding within coastal state parks and wide, rolling surf strands ideal for morning shoreline walks.

Centered around the massive 60-mile continuous crescent of Myrtle Beach, the Grand Strand pairs energetic coastal boardwalk culture with sweeping, expansive ocean views. Our guides help you navigate past the bustling oceanfront hubs to find quiet state park beach sanctuaries, expansive fishing piers, and beautiful sunrises.

Where historic Southern charm meets the wild Atlantic, this iconic region spans from historic Charleston down through Edisto, Beaufort, and Hilton Head Island. Discover wide, hard-packed beaches perfect for beach cruisers, historic plantation loops, and pristine maritime forest preserves like Hunting Island.

Where the massive mouth of the Chesapeake Bay meets the rolling waves of the open Atlantic Ocean. Our local breakdowns cover everything from the bustling, classic concrete oceanfront boardwalk of Virginia Beach to the completely wild, isolated coastal trails of First Landing State Park.