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Prep for your next beach trip with these essentials
By Christopher Murray
Published July 18, 2025
Prepare to relax on the beach with everything you need. (iStock)
There's no better way to spend a summer day than hanging out at the beach. Whether you're there to swim in the ocean, relax with a good beach read or have a nice day out with the family, make sure you've packed all the must-have accessories. That way you can really relax.
Make sure you have the right clothes and accessories for everyone going, and pack your sun hats, towels and other beach gear.
Clothes
When you're heading to the beach, you need to have swim suits for everyone, coverups for when the family is done in the water and sandals for walking to and from the car.
Swimsuit coverup: on sale for $19.99
Amazon offers an affordable coverup. (Amazon)
Coverups provide the ultimate comfort for a day on the beach, protecting you from getting covered in sand. The popular swim brand, Billabong, has long, flowy coverups that double as dresses. Amazon also has more affordable options in over a dozen colors. To find girls' coverups, head to Walmart to get affordable zip-up cover-ups.
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Rash guard: $19.99
Long-sleeve rash guards make surfing more comfortable. (Amazon)
Surfers, wakeboarders and everyday swimmers can appreciate a rash guard, waterproof shirts that protect your skin from the water if you’re frequently falling off a surfboard or paddleboard. Quicksilver has plain rash guards in a variety of colors. Amazon also has long-sleeve rash guards in a bunch of different styles, colors and designs. Amazon also has rash guards for boys that have built-in SPF protection.
Swimsuits: $38.99
Get one-piece bathing suits in a ton of different colors. (Amazon)
The perfect swimsuit makes you feel comfortable and suits your style. Women can find unique swimsuit options at swimwear brand, O’Neill. Beachgoers on a budget will prefer Amazon’s selection of women’s bathing suits.
Men can find dozens of swimsuit options with different designs at Fair Harbor. You can also find men's budget options such as Amazon Basics-branded bathing suits.
Kids' swimsuits: $30.99 (23% off)
Original price: $39.99
Make sure your kids have fun swimsuits they'll love. (Amazon)
Outfit your kiddos in swimsuits they'll love that are comfy enough for an entire day at the beach. Amazon has Disney-themed swimsuits for girls. You can choose from major movies and characters like Frozen, Mickey Mouse, Lilo & Stitch and more. Amazon also has boys' swim trunks in dozens of patterns and colors.
Sandals: on sale for $15.99 (20% off)
Original price: $19.99
Get a nice pair of sandals for cheap on Amazon. (Amazon)
Although you’ll be barefoot most of the time you're on the beach, you need a good pair of sandals to get you from one place to another. You can get women’s waterproof sandals that are colorful and stylish at OluKai or through Amazon.
Men who want simple sandals can find comfy Under Armour sandals on Amazon. Teva also has more durable sandals for a little more money. You can also get kids' sandals from Teva, or Old Navy has cheap flip-flops for kids as well.
Hawaiian shirt: $24.99
These stylish Hawaiian shirts provide the ultimate comfort. (Amazon)
An oversized Hawaiian shirt blends seamlessly with beach culture. For luxurious options, Kenny Flowers and California Cowboy offer unique Hawaiian shirts in various colors and designs. Amazon has more affordable options in dozens of patterns and colors. You can even find a red, white and blue Hawaiian shirt, perfect for the festivities.
Elephant pants: on sale for $19.95 (11% off)
Original price: $22.50
Elephant pants are light and breathable for ultimate comfort. (Amazon)
Since you want to fully relax on your beach day, comfy clothes are a must. Not much is comfier than elephant pants. You can get dozens of options from Amazon. Their pants come in fun elephant patterns, solid colors and other gorgeous designs. You can also spring for another option at Cupshe.
Beach gear
A beach day means spending hours in the sun, so you'll need to prepare. You'll want everything from a cooler to hold cold drinks, a sunhat for protection and beach games the whole family will love.
Sun hat: on sale for $26.99 (14% off)
Original price: $31.29
This beach hat is simple and affordable. (Amazon)
Sun hats help you from getting a sunburn and add some style to your beach look. Women can find cost-effective options from Amazon. Guys looking for hats can find unique options from Salt Life or more basic options through Amazon.
Beach towels: $48
Oversized beach towels make it easier to relax on the beach. (Amazon)
Soft, durable beach towels make hanging out at the beach more relaxing. Amazon has beautiful Sand Cloud beach towels that are oversized and extremely soft. You find even more options on the Sand Cloud site.
Beach bag: $21.99
Carry everything you need in this stylish beach bag. (Amazon)
A good beach bag helps you carry everything from your hotel room to the beach with ease. Find giant, waterproof beach bags from Bogg Bag or grab a smaller, equally stylish option from Amazon.
Sunscreen: on sale for $26.64 (33% off)
Original price: $39.96
Keep your skin happy and healthy with this natural sunscreen. (Amazon)
Whenever you’re out in the sun for long periods of time, you need to apply sunscreen regularly. Since a beach day fits that description, make sure you stock up. Amazon has a three-pack of Neutrogena sunscreen. Anyone with sensitive skin can find natural options on Native’s site.
Cooler bag: $104.99
Keep everything cold in an easy-to-carry cooler bag. (Amazon)
Keeping your drinks nice and cold helps cool you off while soaking in the sun. Amazon has a huge variety of cooler options, from soft-sided Stanley coolers in a bunch of Stanley's classic colors, to RTIC coolers that can hold up to 20 cans.
Reusable water bottle: $35
Stanleys keep your drinks ice-cold for hours. (Amazon)
Staying hydrated in hot climates is important, particularly if your cooler is full of beer. Don’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle from Camelbak for less than $20. Amazon also has Stanley IceFlow bottles with a flip-up straw. You can also find colorful Hydro Flask water bottles on Amazon.
Portable fan: on sale for $24.99 (14% off)
Original price: $28.99
Keep cool with a mini fan. (Amazon)
Sometimes a little extra air can help cool you down on hot summer days. A portable, hand-held fan gives you the breeze you need. Amazon has a foldable fan that's rechargeable and has a long-lasting battery.
Volleyball set: $119.99
Beach volleyball is a fun beach game. (Amazon)
Volleyball is a classic beach game that doesn’t require much besides a net and a ball, making it easy to take along when you’re heading to the beach. Find volleyball sets on Amazon or at Walmart.
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Collapsible cornhole set: on sale for $27.99 (22% off)
Original price: $35.99
Bring one of America's most popular games to the beach with you. (Amazon)
Another popular game when you're at the beach is cornhole. Amazon has a collapsible cornhole set that fits into a small carrying case for easy travel.
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