The Tiny Beach Town In Delaware You've Never Heard Of But Need To Visit
Kim Magaraci
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Delaware’s Bayshore towns are the state’s best kept secret. While millions flock to Rehoboth, Dewey and Bethany Beach every year, many Delawareans escape to the quieter towns along the way. The beaches may not be as great for swimming as our Atlantic Ocean beaches, but the Bayshore towns are peaceful places to get your fill of the beach without fighting crowds. The most charming of these little towns, Bowers Beach, DE, is right in between the St. Jones and Murderkill Rivers outside of Frederica. Check out the best things to do in Bowers Beach, Delaware:
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Check out this YouTube video by DronetographyDe to see Bowers Beach from the perspective of a drone:
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Beach Towns In Delaware & Related Info
Besides Bowers Beach, what are the best beach towns in Delaware to visit?
The best beach towns in Delaware to visit are:
History buffs and foodies alike enjoy visiting Lewes. This beach town has a lovely canal, great restaurants, and a historic state park.
Just north of Ocean City, Maryland, Fenwick Island offers some of the best shopping and dining options in Delaware - not to mention gorgeous beaches.
With a bustling downtown area and a relaxing river walk, Wilmington has something for everyone.
This popular resort town boasts an amusement park, boardwalk, world-class hotels and restaurants, and the best handmade saltwater taffy you'll ever try.
Between the bonfires on the beach, gorgeous scenery, and delicious crab cakes, life is good in Dewey Beach.
What are the most charming small towns in Delaware?
Some of the most charming small towns in Delaware include:
- Clayton
Clayton only has one stoplight, but big Delaware charm. Grab a cup of joe at the coffee shop and get to know the locals before exploring the quaint town square.
One of the most historic small towns in the First State, Delaware boasts landmarks dating back over 200 years.
This riverfront town has a little bit of everything: history, scenery, and world-famous craft beer.
- Arden
It's always a good time in Arden! This artsy town has some of the best live music in the state, plus lots of unique architecture to marvel at.
This tiny town offers easy access to incredible beaches without any of the business of a big city.