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What is the least crowded beach in Delaware?

Broadkill Beach It's a nice place to go on a stroll, writes Tanner Wilkes. Indeed, Broadkill is great for walking because it's less crowded than the more popular beaches to the south. It's less populated, as well, with Broadkill Beach being only a narrow strip of land between the bay and the marsh.



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The 10 Best Beaches in Delaware
  1. Rehoboth Beach. Ideal for: Families, couples, LGBTQ+ travelers. ...
  2. Dewey Beach. Ideal for: 20- and 30-somethings, couples. ...
  3. Bethany Beach. Ideal for: Families, couples, solo travelers. ...
  4. Delaware Seashore State Park. ...
  5. Lewes. ...
  6. Cape Henlopen State Park. ...
  7. Fenwick Island State Park. ...
  8. Slaughter Beach.


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The case for: Rehoboth is the region's most classic beach town, with lovely shingled cottages amid shady pines plus a mile-long boardwalk lined with treats and amusements. Adjacent Lewes is a quieter enclave of historic clapboard houses and upscale dining.

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Dewey Beach is located just to the south of Rehoboth on the Atlantic Ocean. It's smaller than its neighbor and is the youngest of the surrounding beach towns. Despite its size, Dewey Beach has a big reputation as a party town, especially for college kids looking to bar hop.

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As Delaware's most popular beach town, Rehoboth Beach draws large crowds during the summer months and is a top choice for vacationers seeking old-fashioned fun in an oceanfront setting, Daned Kirkham, senior director of real estate at Vacasa, told Travel + Leisure.

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Known as the “Nation's Summer Capital,” our city was historically branded as the getaway of choice for beach-goers from the Washington, D.C. area. Today, our beach town hosts visitors from all over the country - indeed, from around the globe - and Rehoboth Beach has become a year-round vacation destination.

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Rehoboth Beach Has The Clearest, Most Pristine Water In Delaware | Rehoboth beach, Delaware beaches, Beach vacation spots.

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Lewes is one of the best cities in Delaware to retire in. It is where the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay meet and is the northernmost beach town on the 26 mile Atlantic coastline. Lewes offers fantastic views of sunrises and sunsets, which is part of the reason many seniors enjoy retiring here.

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Located within the City limits, Rehoboth Beach has it all. Stroll the mile-long boardwalk, relax on the beach, swim in the Atlantic, and visit the exquisite local shops and restaurants. There is no beach fee-use of the beach is free.

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Dewey is a party town, and partying often requires a slice of late-night pizza.

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Ocean City has a more extensive selection of accomodations, amusements, larger boardwalk, etc. It's much bigger with block after block of hi-rise mega hotels & condos. By contrast, Rehoboth has just a few hi-rise hotels but many B&B's & traditional cottages, some on wooded streets just a short walk from the ocean.

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Delaware law requires that individuals be at least 21 to enter a bar. No drinking or open containers of alcoholic beverages on the beach, boardwalk, or public streets within the city limits. It is illegal for dogs to run at large at any time. The city has both a leash and pooper scooper law, which are enforced.

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