White sandy beaches, turquoise-blue water, and no one in sight, that’s our idea of the perfect beach vacation in paradise! From Florida to California and everywhere in between, it seems that no matter what month it is, people always flock to the beach. So that once peaceful vacation has now vanished into one shared with loud strangers. By searching high and low, we’ve found the top 5 best underrated beaches in the Unites States. Sit back, relax, and read on to find your next beach vacation spot.
Sandbridge Beach, Virginia
Having zero hotels, bed & breakfasts or other lodging, except for the occasional renter, Sandbridge Beach is a gorgeous 4-mile piece of untouched land, conveniently located 15 miles away from the popular Virginia Beach. Filled with gorgeous dunes and pristine beaches, this secluded area is the perfect place to take in those ocean sound waves. For those explorers, False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge are nearby for on-foot and kayaking adventures.
Cumberland Island, Georgia
If you’re looking for a piece of paradise that is truly secluded, than Cumberland Island is the best place for you. From untouched marshes, pristine sand dunes, and gorgeous forests, this 18-mile beach really is “lost” in the best possible ways. Whether you want to walk under the canopies of live oaks or watch wild horses splash in the ocean water, Cumberland Island has everything you need. With the only access via a ferry, you truly are in a whole new world.
Bandon, Oregon
From walking the tranquil boardwalk to fishing for some of the best fish on the west coast to enjoying the town’s historic lighthouse to window shopping in the downtown, there is much to do in this quaint and beautiful beach town. Despite everything offered, charming Bandon still remains undiscovered and unspoiled. So if you’re looking for a scenic beach escape with resort-inspired amenities, Bandon should be at the top of your beach vacation list.
Sanibel Island, Florida
World renowned for its shelling beaches is just one aspect of Sanibel Island that will draw you in. What will leave you wanting more is the expansive white sandy beaches, crystal clear blue water, swaying coconut palms, and that feeling of being on a tropical island in the middle of nowhere. Streets lined with restaurants, shopping, entertainment, bike paths, tennis, and more, this swanky (but not too swanky) island is a perfect dream beach getaway.
Awahua Beach, Hawaii
With its jaw-dropping natural beauty and rich history, Awahua Beach will leave you breathless in more ways than one. Originally a colony for lepers has left this area underdeveloped compared to Hawaii’s other beaches. Reaching this tranquil spot via a hiking trail or observing from afar via a public lookout, you’ll be mesmerized by the steep cliffs and gorgeous ocean waves.
Getting caught up in the natural beauty, we know that you’ll come back year after year. We’re even betting that you may decide to call one of these best places to live beach destinations home.
