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Best Beaches in the U.S

By Emma Burne, Posted on 25 Aug, 2021 at 12:00 am

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Best beaches in USA

Clean sands, emerald waters, high-quality attractions, all at the coastlines of one place

Sometimes thinking of the beach makes you envisage escaping to remote destinations, but why go anywhere when you have innumerable blissful stretches with stunning rock formations and picturesque views, and top-grade opportunities in the United States of America. From Hawaii to Florida, the top coastlines are resting in the states of America, with reams of choices by the side of the copious coasts. The best melds of scented-white sands, fascinating crack of dawn, flavorful ambiance; who would resist these imaginative top beaches in the US! But how would you prioritize which beach to hit first? To aid you with this puzzling situation, we choose the best sandy spots for you that will be perfect for your vacation.

Maui

Ranked #1 in best beaches in USA:

Maui

Travelers around the world bulge in Maui for its munificent bewitching and smashing island beaches. The extensive coast of Wailea Beach, as well as Kaanapali Beach, is mind-boggling epitomes that shouldn't be overlooked! At the same time, if you are looking for some low-key experience, then hit the smaller Napili Bay Beach and Hookipa Beach Park. The beach style of yours is whether big or small; it doesn't matter at all. The only thing that matters is that you don't shoot off the Hawaiian Island before visiting Waianapanapa State Park, a perfect shielded spot that includes staggering black sands with phenomenal verdant all around.
 

Kauai

Ranked #2 in top beaches in the US:

Kauai Beach - Ranked #2 in top beaches in the US

Resting on the Hawaiian Island, the pristine landscapes with many wilds of Kauai draw the attention of travelers to relish the distinctive experience of beaches. For the lifelong scenic nature of Napali shoreline, pay a visit to Polihale State Park, Kee Beach, and Tunnel Beach. Hanalei Bay, a perfect prime resort spot for those who wish to have immediate access to all facilities without forfeiting panorama, promising the picturesque majestic mountain visit. This spot only appeals to the no ruffle, no fuss travelers. Heed to plan a trip in summer if you yearn to get the best condition of swimming water.


Sanibel Island

Ranked #3 in top beaches in the US:

Sanibel Island

The scenic pleasing beaches of Sanibel Island in Florida definitely fit the bills. If you are searching for a romantic getaway, family vacation, or a Mother Nature-filled excursion, then this island fits you well. Pass some time out for shelling close by the Beach of Bowman, or pop by the Lighthouse Beach Park for stepping into the nature trails with the charming and appealing coastline. If you want to go swimming, then visit Tarpon Bay Beach, where you can get superior swimming conditions.

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Destin

Ranked #4 in top beaches in the US:

Destin

“World's Luckiest Fishing Village,” the Destin, is located on the Florida Panhandle. Many scenic and most beautiful beaches in the US are resting at this spot with gleaming white sand. One of the most beautiful immaculate spots for swimming and lounging is the coast at Crystal Beach Park. Destin’s definitely your place. If you wish to hike, Henderson Beach State Park and Grayton Beach State Park proffers the best nature trails atop pulchritudinous shores of white sand. But, if you don’t want to enjoy beryl-tinged waves of emerald water in the bristling but warm sun, then boating is the best you can do.

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Laguna Beach

Ranked #5 in top beaches in the US:

Laguna Beach

From bluffs of caves to tide pools to coasts, everything from under the sun at one place, Laguna Beach, situated about midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, promising the miles of beyond comparison grounds of beaches. Main Beach and Crescent Bay Beach come under the realm of renowned coastlines for swimming, while Heisler Park is the best place for a verdant lover who would prefer a picnic and gaze at the scenic nature, which boasts a walking track raising the above picturesque beach.

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Outer Banks

Ranked #6 in top beaches in the US:

Outer Banks

One of the most top beaches in the US is the Outer Bank of North Carolina, That Stretches about 200 miles denoting that there are abundant rooms for you and your family to scatter around. If you are fond of fishing and boating, the best ideal spots are the coasts at Hatteras Island. From sunbathing to swimming to surfing and skimboarding, all you can get at the beaches in Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills that provide you the best optimum and favorable conditions; because they see more wave farming in comparison with the far-flung south.
 

Naples

Ranked #7 in top beaches in the US:

Naples

If you are missing the picturesque Florida town of Gulf Mexico, wait, this spot offers top-notch shopping areas with fine dining restaurants and the greatest beaches in the countryside. So, don’t miss the fun by overlooking the place! There are a number of parks featuring a load of fun elements; Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park boasts plenty of places that have pristine water for snorkeling and swimming. Meanwhile, for those who want to kayak, paddleboard, Lowdermilk Park is the nicest place for them-or simply want to recline on the mellow flavorful sand. Naples Municipal Beach is the ideal place for the fascinating gloaming and extensive wharf epitome for fishing and languid walks.

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Miami Beach

Ranked #8 in top beaches in the US:

Miami Beach

One of the most famous beaches among all is Miami Beach in Florida. This spot serves individuals who are party hungry as well as beachgoers seeking serene. At Lummus Park, Ocean Drive, travelers can pass their day in the sun absorbing all the beams hitting the beach. This park boasts outdoor gyms, a pavilion, as well as sundry playgrounds. Haulover Beach Park provides you a quiet relaxing environment while lounging over scented sand. After the evening tide, you can hit South Beach for the buzzing nightlife.

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Hilton Head

Ranked #9 in top beaches in the US:

Hilton Head

Want to take a perfect long beach bike ride? Hit the Hilton Head in South Carolina; broad coastlines are exceptionally brilliant for being fairly and squarely rigid. Heaps of hypes bulge in the spot filling it with hustles and bustles. One of the most renowned options of the area is Coligny Beach Park, a big appreciation it deserves for providing plentiful facilities. Driessen Beach Park is the best spot for those who are searching for a local baguette-less-bustled spot than Coligny, or the wilder Mitchellville Beach, who prefer exploring to swimming.

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Key West

Ranked #10 in top beaches in the US:

Key West

One of the most stunning places and a renowned island, the Florida Keys proffering a friendly yet unconventional getaway. Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park, one of the best beaches in Key West, embracing pristine aquamarine water with fantastic snorkeling opportunities. Not only this, Smather Beach has a smaller coastline that lasts less than a mile with a dazzling location in the Key West’s heart and facilities varying from the truck of food to pieces of equipment of water sports.

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Bald Head Island

Ranked #11 in top beaches in the US:

Bald Head Island

Home to the best beaches in America is Bald Head Island. Hop in the ferry ride from Southport in North Carolina and explore the fourteen magnificent miles of unblemished beaches. A worth visiting spot for serene, pristine swimming pools with quire saunters by the shore. Meanwhile, for boogie boarding and surfing, East Beach is the ideal spot. If you are more of a person finding seashells and sea glass, then go camping on expansive sand called North Beach.
 

Amelia Island

Ranked #12 in top beaches in the US:

Amelia Island

If you are looking for a quiet, serene, calming getaway, hit the east coast of Florida away about 30 miles northeast of Jacksonville, a perfect place is Amelia Island. The spot provides you access to more than 40 beaches and 13 miles of beaches. The park of Amelia Island State offers horse riding at the beach while at Main Beach Park you can lounge on the mushy sand soaking up the warm rays of light. There is also a playground or outdoor park for skating where kids can relish a lot. Main Beach Park boasts a fun pack place with courts of volleyball, picnic spot, and restrooms. You can also relish some more outdoor activities while popping the Island encircling the scenic tranquilizing nature and kayaking.

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Cannon Beach

Ranked #13 in top beaches in the US:

Cannon Beach

Soaring Monoliths, fascinating places, long shoreline, bluffs of verdant forests, and miles of unblemished sandy beaches- A sheer mashed-up area with so many outstanding elements is one of the most beautiful beaches in the US is Cannon Beach. It is a highly bustling place offering an inspiring dramatic mélange of mother nature. Remember to visit this spot in summer to enjoy the cold water with a bristling sun over the head!

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St. Petersburg, FL

Ranked #14 in top beaches in the US:

St. Petersburg

The best combo of bristling sun, shining aquamarine water, and relaxing spot to lounge, a best copper-bottomed option for visitors- St. Petersburg, FL. Situated in the southwest about 8 miles from downtown. You can relish plenty of things on the coastline that is extremely ideal for water sports, picnicking, and reclining. If you feel famished, don't worry, there are even dining areas and surf shops. This place also rests near the Fort De Soto Park boasting quite sandy land and reams of bird-watching big breaks.

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Huntington Beach

Ranked #15 in top beaches in the US:

Huntington Beach

“Surf City USA,” California’s top beaches in the US, is a great outstanding spot for the surfer-lovers. A big thanks to its constant magnificent condition of surfing especially for beginners who start learning to surf, as there are hardly any schools. There are waves formations so advanced level surfers get to relish a lot as well. Some specific beaches also lie in this spot, providing so many enjoyments like a volleyball court, bonfire spot; Sunset Beaches boasts a broad coastline, Bolsa Chica States Beach also provides reams of fun. Oh wait, did we tell you about a large fishing pier? Yes! Huntington City Beach entails a colossal fishing pier with spacious space to outspread.

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St. Augustine

Ranked #16 in top beaches in the US:

St.Augustine

One of the oldest cities in the United States is St. Augustine, Florida, proffering comfortably reachable beaches with calming waves-swashing forming from water, which is the best and perfect place for families. A fishing pier, a water park, a sanded court of volleyball are all fantastic features among all other facilities. Don’t make your way back without strolling down the historical street of St. George and relishing the Spanish Heritage of the city at Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.

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Cape May

Ranked #17 in top beaches in the US:

Cape May

A city that is home to countless family-friendly beaches, Cape May in New Jersey, providing propinquity to all facilities such as eateries venues as well as restrooms. Despite having a wide list of beaches, some are still worth visiting namely; Sunset Beach, quiet Cape May Point, and The Cove. all the beaches particularly appeal to travelers who are surfers and sunbathers identically. Don’t miss your beach tags if you are 12 and older while making a trip between the weekend of Memorial Day and Labor Day.

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Golden Isles

Ranked #18 in top beaches in the US:

Golden Isels

St. Simon Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and Little St. Simons Island- all four mashed up together to form the four barriers of the Golden Isles of Georgia. Best spot for the pacifists, searching for peace and tranquil land. Almost after 7 miles, there is a beach on Little St. Simons Island where you can bike-friendly sand and good swimming conditions.

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Nantucket

Ranked #19 in top beaches in the US:

Nantucket

The tiny island of Massachusetts named Nantucket, popular for the getaway for the New England residents of the upper class. This teensy-weensy island grabs the attention of travelers through the great combo of the most beautiful beaches that welcome every sort of beach visitor. If you are looking for lots of facilities, then go for Jetties Beach-ideal choice proximal to downtown- or Surfside beach-calming less bustled southern coast boasting the pristine surfing conditions. Go towards Madaket Beach on the west coast Island, if you wish to gaze at stupendous nightfall.

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Big Sur

Ranked #20 in top beaches in the US:

Big Sur

The majestic stunning scenery of Big Sur makes this spot worth visiting. One of the visitor’s favorite spots is Pfeiffer Beach where they cherish the tide pools with the resplendent formation of rocks-embracing the renowned Pfeiffer Keyhole Arch. Some other best beaches in America encompass Sand Dollar Beach where the visitor can find the washed-up dollars of sand. As well as Andrew Molera State Park boasts a beach associated with vibrant trails.
 

Kennebunkport

Ranked #21 in top beaches in the US:

Kennebunkport

Vibrant shoreline, Serene ambiance, and charming architecture of New England, it’s easy to understand why the former President George H.W. Bush visited Kennebunkport in Maine. A great destination for families due to the calm, serene water with broad lands of scented sand. Crown the most popular shorelines; Mother’s Beach and Gooch’s Beach greatly offer numerous amenities and lifeguards. Keep in mind to purchase a beach pass if you are planning to park on-site.

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Cape Cod

Ranked #22 in top beaches in the US:

Cape Cod

A perfect ideal destination spot for visitors and New England locals, Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The Cape Cod National Seashore expands almost 40 miles long, embracing numerous swimming beaches; Marconi Beach and Coast Guard Beach. Another popular destination that filled the crowd with fun is Race Point Beach in Provincetown, National Seashore. This shore adds some beauty with fascinating hilly sands, hillocks, and majestic dusk.
 

Santa Monica

Ranked #23 in top beaches in the US:

Santa Monica

One of the most popular beaches of Los Angeles is Santa Monica, situated about 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles. This spot is reams of amenities, activities, as well as spectacular scenic nature. If you go 4 miles away, you will get a sight of the mountain area and Santa Monica Pier, which boasts arcade games, rides, and food sellers as well.

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The Hamptons

Ranked #24 in top beaches in the US:

The Hamptons

Hamptons, an area full of quality coastlines, will certainly take the tourists’ breath away, especially those who never live in the tri-state area. Cupsogue Beach County Park in Westhampton Beach, Coopers Beach in Southampton, and Main Beach in East Hampton are the best spots of popular sandy lands for those who pop in this area for the first time.

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Monterey

Ranked #25 in top beaches in the US:

Monterey

If you are looking for a far-flung destination that is free from hustle & bustles, Monterey’s your spot. Promising a slower pace with lots of shorelines. One of the most widely considered beaches in both Monterey County and State is Carmel Beach. The picturesque grandeur and windows of opportunity of diving are all unique features found at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Monterey State Beach is best if you are with your little ones to delight in the long coastline, balmy, and tranquil water.

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Wrapping up, the USA is among the top ten countries globally for the total coastline area. The beaches in the USA are spread to four coasts: the Pacific Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Ocean, and the Great Lakes, which shows that the tourists can find an incredible variety of beaches, i.e., every type of beach is imaginable in the USA. So, if you are an adventure seeker or a beach bum, you are sure to find it all in the USA, from sea to shining sea!

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