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A beach that feels like a getaway, not a crowded strip of sand where you are fighting for a few inches of space.

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Public beach

Miles of pristine beach offer peaceful walks and surfing. Beautiful boardwalk and stairs lead to sand dunes. Few crowds make it family friendly and perfect for fishing.

A pristine, secluded beach stretches for miles with an impressive set of stairs leading down to the sand. The area is clean, family friendly, and offers opportunities to walk, surf, and fish without crowds.

People are saying

"The beach here is stunning and I can't wait to return."

Good to know

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Parking area has deep potholes; drive carefully.

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An emergency phone is available at the beach for safety.

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The boardwalk is well-maintained and provides easy access to the beach.

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Park along the river offers a quiet, peaceful atmosphere with a small sandy beach full of shells and sharks' teeth. Friendly people gather for fishing and picnics while enjoying serene scenery and calm waves. Driving is allowed but kept safe and clean.

Secluded and quiet, the beach offers a sandy shore with lots of shells and sharks' teeth to find. Driving on the beach is allowed but activities like doing donuts are discouraged to keep the area clean and safe.

People are saying

"It's a beautiful, quiet spot to watch the sunset."

"It's a quiet, peaceful Meditation Spot."

"I found the beach to be a nice, secluded spot."

Good to know

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Bring chairs, fishing poles, and snacks to enjoy the area.

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Wear water shoes or something on your feet due to rocky areas.

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Little Jetties closes at sunset, so plan your visit accordingly.

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RV park boasts unbeatable water views with ships and dolphins along a calm river inlet. Guests enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and a friendly community feel. Close walking access leads to the beach where a friendly beach cat roams near local restaurants.

Close walking access connects the park to the beach. Surrounding areas offer views and nearby restaurants. A friendly beach cat adds a unique touch.

People are saying

"The camp hosts here are incredibly helpful and friendly."

"I loved the nice view of ships passing by on the river."

"You can walk to the beach, it's about a quarter-mile hike."

Good to know

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Reservations are required six months in advance for the RV park.

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The park has very clean restrooms and laundry facilities.

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The campground is close to the beach, about a quarter-mile hike.

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Community center

Community center offers pool tables and a bar for relaxed socializing. Beach features super clean sand and easy rentals for chairs and umbrellas. Both spots provide a comfortable atmosphere perfect for leisure and privacy.

Pretty and super clean sand stretches wide. Renting beach chairs and umbrellas is easy, and the area often feels completely private.

People are saying

"I found the beach to be pretty and super clean."

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The Beacon offers free Wi-Fi for all visitors.

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Breakfast is served daily from 7am to 10am.

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The facility has computers available for public use.

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RV park offers two beaches by a beautiful lake with pink fountains adding charm. Quiet, family-friendly vibe blends with fun activities like live music and a gym. Kids and adults enjoy a relaxing spot with awesome food near the beach.

Two beach areas sit by a beautiful lake, offering spots for swimming. A small restaurant near the beach serves awesome food and drinks, and pretty pink fountains decorate the beach area.

People are saying

"The Cafe staff here is so friendly and welcoming."

"The scenic views of the lake here are truly fabulous."

"The staff here is super accommodating and friendly."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Friday at 7pm, a fun activity for guests.

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Bingo nights are organized regularly to keep campers entertained.

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The cafe requires all beverages to be purchased on-site; outside drinks are not allowed.

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