For our Day-at-the-Beach we opted for one of the state parks, granted there is an enterance fee of about $20.00, as opposed to the public beach. The beach here is well kept. There is a historic house on the property as well as a boardwalk. We walked both. I believe ther eis also a stone pier as well. We took a picnic lunch and a cooler with pop and water for the kids. Bring plastic baggies to keep your stuff dry and sand free. We also brought our own chairs. If you walk down away from the public access closest to the parking lot the beach becomes more secluded.
From journal 2007-Surfside Beach in July with the Boys