Sandy Point State Park

Sandy Point State Park is a great alternative to Ocean City, bethany, or Rehobeth beaches. You do not have to travel ovewr the Bay Bridge (you actually have a view of the bridge so you can watch everyone on the bridge sitting in traffic and laugh). While there is a fee to enter its fairly nominal, I believe I paid about five dollars to get our car inside the park. There is a plethora of things to do from bar-b-que grills, to swimming and even hiking in the surrunding area. If you dont have the time to go all the way over to Ocean City/Bethany/Rehobeth, I definitely reccomend Sandy Point State Park. more

If you don’t feel like traveling hours to get to the beach, Sandy Point is a good compromise. The beach isn’t as smooth as at the ocean, and the sand is orange instead of the typical tan color, but the gorgeous views of the bay makes it feel like the beach. There is swimming, fishing, picnicking, and a boat launch available. more

Admission can range from $3 - $6 per car. For this price you will get the beach experience but you won't have to drive all the way to ocean city. This is one of the best and cheapest places to spend a day with the family. There is a beach with minimal waves, overlooked by the bay bridge. Watch all the people stuck in traffic on their way to ocean city while you sunbathe the day away already. There are picnic areas and BBQ areas. There is also a playground area and a snack bar. Restrooms are also available. For a really fun weekend you can camp at one of the campsites and sleep under the stars, and go swimming after dark. One side of the beach is for swimming the other is for boating and fishing. There are also two hiking trails. more