25 Field-Tested Beach Accessories That You Need For The Ultimate Beach Day

Updated: Dec 31 2022
25 Field-Tested Beach Accessories That You Need For The Ultimate Beach Day
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Looking to treat your friend to the perfect beach day gift that'll make sure you and the crew have fun in the sun? This handpicked list of beachy accessories will make the skies even sunnier at your next get together. Your beach bag won't be complete until you've packed it up with tents to shade you, blankets to keep the sand away, fun water toys to play with when you need a refresher, bags and boxes to keep your refreshments ice-cold, and a host of other items to make your next beach day the best possible day it can be. Treat yourself or your friend to a day at the shore that none of you will soon forget.

The Sand-Free Beach Mat

Take a ride on the beach on this magic carpet that lets sand fall through, but doesn't let it come back up through the mesh. As if it couldn't get better, any drink spilled on it dries almost instantly.
$89 .00

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The Sumo Tube

If you want to glide along the surface of the water behind a boat or atop a wave, the Sumo tube will have you skipping right along. Slip it over your head and body surf the seas or grab the boat line attachment and go tubing.
$139 .99

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Floating Beach Glasses

Balance a beverage in sand or sea with a clever wine glass that has a ballast stem. When you're out of the water, stick it in the sand and it'll stand right up. When you're in the water, the weight of the stem will make your glass float upright.
$12 .95

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Sport-Brella XL Canopy Beach Tent Umbrella

This Godzilla of umbrellas is actually the perfect beach tent. It'll keep you safe from rain, sun and sand blowing in the wind. It's stronger than your average umbrella so if the breeze does pick up, it won't invert on you.
$130 .00

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Sunscreen Bottle Portable Beach Safe

Keep your valuables in the most unsuspecting place on your next trip to the shore. This safe looks like a bottle of sunscreen but is a place to store your cash, keys and cards in disguise. It's watertight, too, so it can safely store your phone.
$7 .74

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Underground Beach Safe

Make like a pirate and bury some treasure with this underground beach safe. It spirals into the sand like a screw so it stays put and has a rope atop it so you can pull it back out. Pop your valuables in it and put your towel over it for a worry-free tanning session.
$34 .99

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Sand Castle Building Set

Make your day at the beach medieval with this creative sandcastle building set. The molds latch for perfect removal after packing in the sand and come in several shapes so if you can dream it, you can build it.
$57 .99

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Ostrich Face Down Lounger

Keep your tan balanced and nap in comfort with a face down lounger. It works like a massage table, with a hole for your face that allows you to breathe while your arms hang down. When you need to flip over, just fold it up into a chaise lounge.
$149 .99

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Motorized Electric Stand Up Paddleboard

It's not Marty McFly's hoverboard, it's a lot cooler. If you want to keep your fun fast and furious, zoom around on the water with this inflatable electric paddleboard. No paddling is required, just pump it up to inflate and get going!
$599 .99

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Portable Sun Shade

Don't let the sun get in the way of a good snooze. When it's time for a beach nap simply pull this sun shade down to keep the light off your eyes and wrinkles off your face. That's right! Shading your face's skin will slow down aging.
$69 .99

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Sand Funnel Toy

Be the king of the sandcastle and create intricate designs and one-of-a-kind structures with this creative tool that combines water and sand into a unique blend of mud. This dual-function water/sand funnel will save you countless trips down to the water's edge to collect more building material.
$19 .99

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Solar Powered Portable Power Bank

There are no outlets on the beach but there are plenty of opportunities for battery draining selfies and snaps. This solar-powered charging bank will soak up rays to recharge your phone several times over.
$29 .99

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Jeasona Crochet Bathing Suit Cover Up

When the sun starts to set and it's time to kick it by the bonfire, cover up your bikini but don't lose an ounce of style with this crochet bathing suit cover-up. It's thick enough to keep you warm when a breeze starts blowing and has a flattering cut to keep you looking cool.
$17 .99

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Sunscreen Damage Detection Stickers

Enjoy a day at the beach and keep your skin safe by letting these sun damage detection stickers remind you when to reapply. When applied, the stickers are a dark color. As the day goes on, they fade to white to remind you when it’s time to reapply.
$16 .49

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Follow Me Bring Beer Sandals

It's no message in a bottle but a message in the sand is still powerful. These novelty sandals are your best chance at someone wandering over to your cabana with drinks in hand.
$27 .00

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Unicorn Snot Body Glitter

Shine brighter than the sun while saving yourself from its damaging rays with Unicorn Snot. It's sparkly and SPF 30, so you're protected from harmful UVA/UVB rays and is available in several colors to match your choice of swimwear.
$14 .99

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Slyde Handboards

Bored of bodysurfing but not sure what the next step is? Try a Slyde handboard that will help you glide a little swifter through the water. They're super buoyant to keep you afloat as you speed along the waves.
$59 .99

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Reusable Campfire In A Can

Chopping firewood is hard but lighting a candle is easy. This campfire in a can is all of the fun but none of the work. It has a pleasant eucalyptus and lemon scent and burns for 3-5 hours, enough time for a couple of s'mores.
$27 .99

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Hoyle Waterproof Deck Of Cards

Keep your Go Fish game strong with an alluring set of cards from Hoyle. These beautiful blues are made from plastic so they're waterproof. Reel in a pack or two for a fun game at the shore.
$6 .97

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Inflatable Air Lounger

Kicking back on a cloud is a breeze with this inflatable air lounger. Set up is simple, just wave the lounger through the air and seal off, no pump required. Once it's full, it'll stay inflated for almost six hours, plenty of time to read or nap.
$37 .98

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Webbed Fingers Swimming Gloves

Elevate your next beach swim session with a pair of webbed gloves. If your days at the shore are more oriented toward swimming than getting a suntan, you can count on these gloves to help you catch the water well and propel yourself forward even faster.
$9 .99

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Hidden Flask Ice Pack

Remember the bulky blue pack mom used to put in your lunch in grade school? This is the adult version and instead of holding ice, it holds alcohol. Use it to sneak a drink where you can't bring bottles or cans.
$9 .97

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Floating Cabana Island

Private islands require way too much upkeep, get a floating cabana island instead. You and five of your closest friends can enjoy paradise on this floating tent that also includes a floating cooler for your food and drink.
$399 .95

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Bottle Bash Frisbee Game

Test your aim and have hours of fun on the beach with Bottle Bash. All you need are 20-40 feet of empty ground to set up the poles. Unbreakable bottles are included, so you can knock them down without worry about clean up or cuts.
$49 .99

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An All-Purpose Mesh Beach Tote Bag

Going to the beach means things will get wet and sandy. That's why this mesh bag is a perfect carry-all. It's huge, so it's able to fit a combo of towels, sunscreen, bottles and beach toys. There are plenty of side pockets for smaller items, and some waterproof pockets for the things that can't get wet.
$22 .99

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Clear Bottom Inflatable Raft For Kids

Curious kiddos that are a little too young to go snorkeling or swim in the water but want to see what's in the waves underneath them will love this raft. The bottom is clear so they can take a peek at sea life while staying safely afloat.
$46 .18

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The Worlds Biggest Beach Towel

When you and your buds need a place to sit on the beach, look to this blanket. It spreads to be the size of a king-size bed. Plus, it's made of microfiber so if it does get wet, it dries in a snap.
$89 .95

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SafeGo Portable Lock Box

Keep your stuff safe even when you're not around it with the SafeGo. This lockbox is portable when you need it to be and secure when you don't. Latch its steel cable to your chair or cabana and enjoy a dip in the pool knowing your things are safe.
$44 .95

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Shark Fin Dog Swim Vest

Your day at the beach will be less Jaws and more paws with this adorable swim vest for your fuzziest friend. Just look for the attached shark fin and you'll never lose sight of your pup in the water. Need to make for the beach quick? Just grab the handle on the back of the vest.
$12 .99

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Full Face Snorkeling Mask

Marvel at underwater life without messing up your makeup or risking a mouthful of saltwater with a heavy-duty snorkeling mask. It goes over your entire face, enabling you to breathe through your nose or mouth and doesn't fog up.
$84 .99

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Beach Sand Coasters

Coasters aren't just for the coffee table, they're the saviors of sandy days. These small, simple buckets are designed to stand up in sand so your beer, your phone, your snacks and whatever else you brought with you to the beach stay sand-free.
$17 .99

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Beachr Beach Umbrella Sand Anchor

Stop getting screwed by windy days at the beach with this clever umbrella sand anchor. With a few twists, it'll be solidly planted in the sand. Secure your umbrella to it and you'll be safe from winds up to 50 MPH.
$19 .99

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Collapsible Beach Wagon

It's a breeze to caravan through the sand with all your beach accessories with this collapsible beach wagon. It's super roomy at almost 3'x2', can hold up to 150lbs of your beach day needs and even has two cupholders for some drinks on-the-go!
$154 .99

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Sunscreen Bottle Flask

Protect yourself from having a bad time in the sun by bringing your alcohol in this sneaky sunscreen bottle-shaped flask. It holds eight ounces of liquid and unlike a regular bottle, is plastic and flexible so it won't break or arouse suspicion.
$20 .95

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Sport-Brella Umbrella Recliner Chair

Summer days were made for reclining, and not just in the plush armchair inside. With this combo umbrella-recliner, you'll be able to enjoy the outdoors in the shade, making a day at the beach or a day at the ballpark a little cooler.
$94 .99

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YETI Hopper Backflip 24 Soft Sided Cooler/Backpack

Yeti's combo cooler/backpack is ideal for a long day at the beach. It has room for 20 cans and ice, is made of a special foam to keep your drinks cold all day and can be carried on your back to keep your arms open for carrying beach toys.
$549 .99

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Portable Wine Bottle Bag Flasks

Wine is wine no matter what vessel it's in. These plastic flasks eliminate the danger of broken bottles and the added weight of glass. The funnel is included for easy filling and one flask can hold almost a liter of your favorite drink and is leak proof.
$7 .99

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Four Square Volleyball Net

Take four square from the schoolyard to the sand with this innovative volleyball set. Grab three friends and relive your playground glory by bouncing the ball above you instead of on the pavement.
$41 .89

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O2Cool Personal Misting Fan

They'll be calling you Mr. Mister when you're armed with this personal misting fan. When days at the beach get hot, make sure you're not by spraying yourself down while enjoying a breeze that only 2 AA batteries could create.
$13 .99

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World Landmarks Sand Molds

School's out for summer but learning is in at the beach with a selection of the world's landmarks as sand castle molds. With a little wet sand you can build one of six favorites from the Taj Mahal to the Parthenon.
$15 .95

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XShot Fast-Fill Water Blaster

Win your next water gun fight with a weapon that reloads faster than you can say fire. It only takes one second for this gun to be locked and loaded so you won't miss a moment of battle.
$22 .95

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Gigantic Beach Ball

You'll be ballin' with the biggest beach toy out there with this gigantic beach ball. It's roughly 12 feet in diameter, making it ideal for all sorts of games and comes with a pump so you don't have to blow it up yourself.
$59 .99

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IceMule Portable Backpack Cooler

Sling the IceMule over your back to easily carry your snacks and drinks to the beach. It's collapsible so at the end of the day, roll it up and put it in your beach bag. Want to take it on the water with you? It's waterproof and it floats so you never have to be without it.
$89 .95

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Reusable Plastic Sandwich Bags

Food is good for you and reusable bags are good for the Earth. Feel good about what you bring to the beach with these cute eco-friendly bags that can fit everything from sandwiches to fruit to candy.
$18 .99

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Morey Cruiser Bodyboard

If you like the idea of surfing but your balance leaves something to be desired, try bodyboarding. Hop on this bodyboard and hit the waves with a lessened chance of wipeouts.
$89 .99

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Spikeball Game Set

Frisbee and volleyball are so 2000, Spikeball is the beach game of the future. Its quick set up, take down and storage make it a perfect game for taking along with you.
$99 .00

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A Waterproof Floating Case

How awesome are underwater selfies and photos of your friends? Be the star of your pics or your friends' with a waterproof floating phone case that you can take up to 100 feet underwater. If it slips out of your hand, it'll float up to the surface for you to retrieve.
$29 .99

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EVO Hi Definition Mask & Snorkel Combo

A diver that's more serious about their snorkeling needs a more serious set. These hi-def goggles are made with clarity in mind and have an anti-glare coating as well as another coating that helps enhance light and contrast.
$74 .99

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RinseKit Portable Shower

To avoid the risk of a fungus among us, or to ditch the lines of neoprene clad surfers waiting at the showerheads, bring your own. The RinseKit has enough to get the sand out from between your toes.
$299 .00

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O'NEILL Sonoma Straw Hat

Embrace classic beachgoing style with a wide-brimmed straw hat. This timeless topper is made in the USA out of sea straw and will keep the sun off your face even on the brightest days.
$35 .00

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Floating Card Table

Take family game night afloat with a floating card table and chairs. This set comes with two chairs and a double-sided board. One has a chess/checkers set up and the other looks like a more traditional card table.
$45 .00

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JBL Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

Tides come and go but music is forever with a JBL waterproof bluetooth speaker. Even if it gets splashed, it keeps blasting for up to twelve hours and has the capability to pair with other speakers to pump up the party.
$89 .95

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Inflatable Beer Pong Table

For a frat-tastically fun time, blow up this inflatable beer pong table and grab the brew. It sets up just like you did in college, it just floats so you and your friends can enjoy a round in the refreshing cool water of the pool.
$29 .99

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Rheos Sapelos Floating Polarized Sunglasses

Your days of amateur diving to retrieve dropped sunglasses are over thanks to this buoyant pair. Not only do the polarized lenses offer your eyes extra protection, if they fall off while you're in the water they'll float to the surface so you can grab them and keep playing.
$65 .00

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Camco Folding Beach Mat

Beach cleanup is a breeze with a folding mat that is waterproof and mildew-resistant. It's light and won't take up a lot of room in your beach bag but is tightly woven to keep sand from seeping up from below.
$16 .99

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Body Board Knit Sock Cover Bag

Keep your bodyboard from getting damaged in transit by putting it in a specially made bag. This terry cloth caddy acts as a barrier from dings and also protects the board's wax from getting on your other beach items. Also, use it as a towel if you forget yours at home.
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Avocado Pool Float

Feel the guaca-motion of the ocean on a fun avocado shaped float. It's big enough that you can lay back and lounge but not so big that you'll be too exhausted to go floating after blowing it up.
$24 .99

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Intex Challenger Kayak

If you're out of space on the roof rack but are jonesing to go kayaking, get pumped, all this Intex kayak needs is some air to get you floating. When you're done riding the rapids, it packs up in a convenient storage bag.
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Coleman Portable Stand-Up Propane Grill

When you're on the beach, you gotta eat. A regular grill is a hassle to drag through yards of sand to the perfect spot but this Coleman version is super portable and folds up to about the size of a vacuum cleaner so you can pull it or carry it.
$199 .99

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Yeti Tundra Wheeled Cooler

If you're going to drag a cooler over sand, make it worth it with a Yeti. Bring enough friends with you to drink the 45 cans of beer it can hold and get ready for the ultimate beach day.
$450 .00

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Bottle Opener Sunglasses

These bottle opener sunglasses give the term beer goggles a whole new meaning. Not only do these sunnies protect your eyes from harsh rays, the built-in bottle opener also saves your day from running dry.
$249 .99

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DaFin Swim Fin Pro

Pick up a little speed on your next swim session with a pair of flippers. This pair is designed for swimmers of all levels and will float in salt water if they get knocked off your feet.
$65 .00

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Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Stick

Chase away harmful UVA and UVB rays with Neutrogena's sunscreen stick. It glides on and doesn't leave behind a thick, oily residue like other sunscreens. It's rated at SPF 50+ and is water-resistant for 80 minutes, giving you plenty of time for fun in the pool.
$9 .88

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