Summer’s just around the corner. That means it’s almost time to break out the sunscreen, bathing suits, and sandals and hit the beach. There’s really no better way to kick off the season than by spending the day by the shore.

When it comes to beaches, everyone’s got their favorite. Some prefer beaches with lively boardwalks where they can go play midway games and eat funnel cake after the sun goes down. Others enjoy quiet, more secluded beaches that seem to rarely draw a crowd, even on the most beautiful summer days.

If you still haven’t found your favorite, don’t worry. Countless beaches line the East and West Coasts with tons of hotels nearby, so there’s bound to be one out there that’s exactly what you’re looking for. Now it’s just a matter of finding it.

Or maybe you’re someone who has already found their favorite beach. That’s great and all but maybe it’s time to visit somewhere new. You might even end up liking the new beach more than the one you currently prefer.

Either way, choosing which beach to go to is kind of a big deal. Summer doesn’t last forever, so you definitely don’t want to waste a day visiting a beach that’s lousy.

Fortunately, Cheapism has recently published two articles listing the 20 best beaches on the East Coast and West Coast. Both lists feature some less-than-surprising picks, such as Cape May and Miami Beach on the East Coast; Coronado and Huntington Beach on the West, as well as ones some might consider off the beaten path.

One of these off the beaten path beaches is Bowman’s Beach, a remote stretch of sun, sea, and sand in Sanibel Island, Florida that can only be accessed by crossing over a quarter-mile footbridge. Shells of all shapes and sizes can be found there so be sure to bring your largest bucket along with you.

Another lesser-known beach that makes an appearance on the West Coast list is Agate Beach State Recreation Site in Lincoln County, Oregon. On a list dominated by beaches that line the shores of SoCal, Agate Beach makes the cut because of its uniqueness. For instance, there’s a creek that empties out onto the beach, which in turn creates a natural tide pool for curious young children to explore.

As well thought-out as both of these lists may be, some popular beaches have been surprisingly excluded. Missing from the East Coast list are Jersey Shore staples like Asbury Park, Wildwood, and Long Beach Island. California’s iconic Venice Beach is absent also.

So, whether or not you think you should take their picks with a grain of salt; or more fittingly, sand; is entirely up to you. Bad beach puns aside, though, these lists might just point you towards your new favorite summertime getaway.