Delaware’s beach towns are world-famous because of how beautiful they are, but in the spring and summertime, the crowds swell and make it hard for locals to enjoy their state. If you’re looking to track down some seaside nature without spending an hour searching for a parking spot, visit Kent County’s little bayside beach towns, and you’ll fall in love with the sights and sounds of the Delaware Bay.

Way out in eastern Kent County, you'll find quiet, undeveloped Delaware Bay beach towns that are the state's best-kept secrets.
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Woodland Beach was once a thriving resort town until a tidal wave and storm destroyed the attractions. The town has been quiet since then, and the fishing pier is the best place to catch a sunrise.
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Pickering Beach is a quiet, hidden stretch of sand that's home to thousands of horseshoe crabs! Some people head out this way to find sea glass, but others just appreciate the quiet peacefulness in this bayside town.
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Kitts Hummock is another beach where you'll find horseshoe crabs and other quirky creatures. These underdeveloped beaches show you what life was like before the boardwalks and dune building projects changed the shape of popular beaches down south.
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As you head down the bayshore, you'll make it to Bowers Beach. While it's the busiest of the bay towns, it's still very quiet and relaxing. Stop by JP's Wharf or The Bayview Tavern for mouthwatering, fresh food.
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Finally, end your day at Big Stone Beach. This off-the-grid sandy shore is the perfect place to enjoy the last hour of sunlight when the water reflects the sky's beautiful colors.
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These bayside towns are pretty wild – meaning, they aren’t guarded for swimmers, and the bugs aren’t controlled by town pesticide sprays. Bring bug spray and stick to wading in the water and you’re sure to have a great time.

If you want to learn more about the outrageous story of Woodland Beach, read The Untold Story Of The Delaware City That Vanished Overnight.

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