Did you know that the Delaware Coast was one of the most treacherous places for mariners? The Indian River Lifesaving Station was established to help stranded sailors, but it could not always save their ships. The Indian River Inlet south of Rehoboth Beach was a particularly tricky spot, and frequently, storms whipped up violent currents that dragged ships into danger. Today, technology has gotten far better and the coast is now a fairly safe place to sail, but there are still reminders of the shattered ships and their cargo, if you know where to look. If you’re looking for a neat place to spend some time out in nature, visit Delaware’s Coin Beach!.

Coin Beach is on the north side of the Indian River Inlet, and it's accessible from parking areas on either side of the inlet. It's part of Delaware Seashore State Park.
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If the weather is nice, start your adventure off by parking in the South Lot and walking across the beautiful Charles W. Cullen Bridge.
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This bridge has quiet the history of its own, and it may be haunted! Read more of that story right here.

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When you get to Coin Beach, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll in nature searching for seashells or enjoying the sounds of the ocean.
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If you show up after a storm has churned up the ocean and sand, though, you might find even more than that! The beach got its name because treasure hunters often find coins washed up here from shipwrecks of the past.
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This is the best beach for treasure hunting in the state!
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Delaware Seashore State Park encourages beachcombers and metal detectors to report any historic findings to park staff, who will document the find and investigate the story of the relic found here.

The history of Coin Beach is so fascinating!

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