About United States

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of United States attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

United States Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Sand beach

Bar Harbor 6.7 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Large low tide
2.9 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Kiahuna Beach

Poipu 0.6 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Senior friendly
Hotel guests only • Hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Manini'owali Beach

Makalawena 3 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
2.8 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Wailea Beach

Wailea 0.6 km
Very good
8.7
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Small open area • Crowded in season • Large low tide
6.1 Amenities index
Senior friendly

Black Rock Beach

Kaanapali 0.7 km
Very good
8.7
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Small open area • Crowded in season • Distant parking
5 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 1905 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in United States.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of United States, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 1118 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 363 beaches in the country have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in United States is less than 500 meters. 1815 beaches are relatively easy to access, 51 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 32 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of United States however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on United States's beaches

Makapuu beach
10 Nalani Kailua

Makapu'u offers a plethora of activities that are available to the public throughout the year. It is an ideal location for camping, surfing, diving, and swimming. Whatever your heart desires, you can do it here. However, it is important to ensure that you do so safely while taking in the breathtaking views.

Dana Strands beach
10 Pol

Dana Point offers a unique walking path that runs alongside beautiful beachside mansions. It is a fantastic spot to take a leisurely stroll while enjoying the breathtaking sunset.

Ala Moana Beach
10 Ethan Marlowe

The beach is absolutely stunning, with ample free parking available and just a short walk away from a shopping center. It's perfect for both children and adults, offering opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and various other water activities. Whether you prefer to relax in the picnic area or simply lounge on the soft sand, this beach has it all!

Craigville Beach
8 Chandra Chaitra

You can enjoy stunning sunset views at this beach. It's a lovely beach with attentive lifeguards on duty. There is a $25 fee for beach access during the peak season.

Caspersen beach
10 Aurora Aurora gel polish

The beach has a beautiful sea and is well-maintained.

Pescadero Beach
10 Zayn Farid Shah

The breathtaking scenery of the vast ocean is truly remarkable. The abundance of Seagals soaring in the sky is a sight to behold. The majestic cliff adorned with lush greenery adds to the picturesque view.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 771 beaches in the country, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

Do you know how many beaches there are in United States? In total there are 1905 beaches and the most popular is Makena Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in United States?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in United States, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 1905 beaches in total, of which about 307 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

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The best beaches in United States:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in United States?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in United States, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in United States?

Most of the beaches located in United States are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in United States by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in United States:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in United States?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

Other popular categories

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How to find uncrowded beaches in United States?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in United States by occupancy.

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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in United States?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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