Surf's Up! The 10 Best US Beaches For Your Family's Summer Vacation

Located on the shore of South Jersey, Avalon got its motto, "Cooler by a mile," from its physical location — it juts out a mile farther than any of the area's other barrier island communities. A wide beach, gentle surf, and rolling dunes make Avalon a picturesque destination — a far cry from Snooki's Jersey Shore.