T he opening of Sand Mountain Park's Waterpark is just around the corner, with doors officially opening on May 24. As the temperatures rise, visitors can look forward to hours of fun under the sun ...

Dozens of sponsor booths will make up a mini city already forming on 14 acres of Huntington Beach sand for the action-sports festival, luring festival-goers with merch, demos and free swag.

From Cape Cod to California, these family-friendly beach destinations across the U.S. offer the perfect mix of sun, safety, and seaside adventure.

A swim coach and triathlete and a lifeguard explain how to swim in both breaking and rolling ocean waves, plus what to do if you get caught in a rip current.