Have you considered visiting any of Virginia’s beaches in the off-season? The chillier weather is almost always a guarantee that you could have the beach virtually to yourself, especially when you visit one of the lesser-known shores. One of the most underrated sandy beaches in Virginia, Cape Charles Beach can be enjoyed anytime of year. Take a look at the following photos of this beautiful landmark:

Tucked away on Virginia’s gorgeous Eastern Shore awaits a stretch of shoreline that is seriously underrated by those who have never visited.

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While there is plenty of shoreline to enjoy along the Eastern Shore, Cape Charles Beach is the only section that doesn’t require visitors to pay an entrance fee. The beautiful sandy beach can be accessed from Bay Avenue at the end of each block.

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Located adjacent from the town’s beach is the public fishing pier, where visitors can spend the day crabbing or fishing.

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The pier also offers built in seats and benches for those looking to spend their afternoon watching ships sail by on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay.

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Even on days where it may be too chilly to swim, visitors will love walking along the soft sand and feeling the gentle breeze from the Bay.

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Not to mention the fact that you’ll have a front-row seat to one of the most magnificent sunsets in the world.

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So if you thought Virginia Beach was the only spot to enjoy sand, surf, and waves, now you know that this destination belongs on your bucket list.

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Have you visited Cape Charles Beach recently? What was your experience there like? We’d love to hear from you! For more information about the town of Cape Charles as well as the beach, you can visit the official visitors website here. For related content, check out how you can hike to a secluded beach in Virginia.

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