The South’s Most Secret Beaches

Everyone loves the beach, but not the crowds. Escape the throngs at these 10 Southern spots, from rugged Atlantic shores to secluded Gulf islands.

Secluded Southern Beach Vacations: Padre Island National Seashore
Photo: Art Meripol

Padre Island National Seashore

Texas
Everything is bigger in Texas, including this 70-mile stretch of beach between Corpus Christi and South Padre Island. Five miles of beach are open to two-wheel-drive vehicles; another 55 miles require four-wheel-drive vehicles, which adventurous types use to explore a wilderness as untamed as a wild mustang. nps.gov/pais
  


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