Enjoy the sun and surf in a whole new way with
the help of these rugged beach destinations.
Whether you want to ferry to a remote undevel-
oped island, or go snorkeling along a pristine
coral reef, these are not your average trips to the
beach. These shores are packed with activities
fit for any avid outdoor enthusiast.
- CAPE LOOKOUT NATIONAL SEASHORE -
Located in North Carolina, Cape Lookout is
known for being an undeveloped seashore
where nature lovers can find peace and quiet,
and of course, their kind of beach scene. If cock-
tails and kids splashing in the water is not for you,
you’re better off heading here. From April to
November, you will be able to catch a
ferry ride 3 miles out to these barrier
islands.
Go shelling, fishing, or
kayaking, or enjoy wild
horse watching, birding,
and more. When you set
up camp here, make
sure that all fires are
made below the high-
tide line. Anchor your
tent a foot or more down
into the sand, as it can get
quite windy here. If you’re
looking for a rustic cabin,
they have those available, too.
Kayaking on the water is one of the
more popular activities here, and you will
want to set up a float plan with park rangers and
let them know what time you are going out.
There are more than 100 miles of shoreline, and
since you will be in the ocean, the likelihood of
you floating away increases. To keep everyone
safe, establishing a float plan is necessary. A float
plan is nothing more than letting rangers know
when you’ll be checking back in. That way, if they
don’t hear from you by then, they know to go
looking.
You will need to bring enough food and water to
accommodate all who are with you for the entire
duration of your stay. This is a primitive island, so
even if you’re only staying for one night, bring
enough supplies for two. This stretch of shoreline
provides the privacy and uncultivated territory
that is needed for any rugged beach vacation.
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