New Jersey And Maryland Boardwalks Named Best In The US
The best in the country aren’t far away as New Jersey and Maryland boardwalks have been named some of the best in the country! Growing up the boardwalk was the…
AUDREY SCRIPP
The best in the country aren't far away as New Jersey and Maryland boardwalks have been named some of the best in the country!
Growing up the boardwalk was the place to be!
The shops, the food, the rides, and the best part: the people!
If there was a ranking for the best people watching spot in the world the Wildwood Boardwalk might win the top spot.
The boardwalk is the only place in the world where you can ride a roller coaster, go to an oxygen bar, and overspend on a hermit crab all at the same time!
We are lucky to be within driving distance of some of the best beaches and boardwalks in the US.
As a kid we would frequent Myrtle Beach almost every summer. Every summer we would go to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade.
And every summer I would buy a new magic trick that would break immediately and my dad would then have to argue with the magic shop owner about a refund.
Love those memories.
The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade was actually ranked 5th on the Best Boardwalks in America rankings from StudyFinds.
New Jersey and Maryland boardwalks also appeared on the list!
The Atlantic City Boardwalk was named the Best Boardwalk in America according to StudyFinds.
"Not only is Atlantic City’s boardwalk the nation’s longest, it is also the oldest in the country, dating back to 1870. The 1,000-foot Steel Pier amusement park is a fun time, offering casinos, restaurants, and sweets shops" StudyFinds writes.
Of course you also find plenty of casinos and music festivals along the Atlantic City Boardwalk. My dad also told me of vivid memories of a high diving horse on one of the piers.
The Ocean City Maryland Boardwalk was ranked 2nd!
"The Ocean City Boardwalk was originally built as a removable wooden walkway in 1902 until a permanent five-block path was built in 1910, though it was destroyed by a storm in 1962. The rebuilt boardwalk offers a lively scene with amusement park rides and iconic summertime treats like Maryland crab cakes and homemade saltwater taffy" according to StudyFinds.
I am still upset Wildwood didn't make the list! Clearly the rankers never went to Ed's Funcade.
6 Delaware, Maryland, And New Jersey Beaches Named The Best In The US
If you're a beach goer you probably will defend your beach of choice to the death. But these 6 Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey beaches named the best in the US can brag together and share the spotlight.
It's a beach off!
As a person who grew up visiting the Jersey shore, I can attest that these Delaware and Maryland beaches definitely hold their own. When pinned up against New Jersey Beaches, some of these spots offer their own unique beauty that put them at the top of the list.
Travel+Leisure named the best 28 east coast beaches. Is your vacation spot on the list? If not, you may just end up finding a new one you never thought of visiting before.
Either that, or it will spark a whole new online debate about which beach is the best.
Delawareans are small but mighty and boy are we proud! We will defend our beaches against others any day! But this time there's no argument, because we're all winners here.
Best East Coast Beaches
So which Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey beaches made the list of the 28 best in the US?
Let's take a look!
1. The Cove, New Jersey
The Cove is a small seaside resort town. Cape May, New Jersey is made up of a bunch of small beaches and The Cove is a great little spot for pretty much anyone!
2. Sandy Hook, NJ
Sandy Hook is a stunning stretch of golden coastline along Monmouth County, NJ.
There is no fee for beach access and you can explore the Historic Fort Hancock.
3. Bethany Beach, Delaware
Bethany Beach is covered in grassy dunes as far as the eye can see.
The town is peaceful and serene and great little getaway destination.
4. Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware
Cape Henlopen was once a World War II coastal defense site.
They have a great spot for fishing and plenty of amusements for the whole family.
5. Ocean City, Maryland
OCMD has been a popular destination for families for quite some time. It's also pretty popular for it's nightlife and how it caters to big parties; including bachelor and bachelorette.
6. Assateague Island, Maryland
Fishing, camping, wildlife, sunbathing, and so much more.
Assateague Island is a 37 mile long national & state park.
