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 - Delaware State Parks

  Enjoy the natural diversity of Delaware's 17 state parks. From hiking, camping, swimming, and fishing, to nature programs and touring historic sites, there is truly something for everyone at Delaware State Parks!

  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.

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