What is a fun fact about Clearwater Beach?

Clearwater has frequently been ranked one of the best beaches in the United States. Its Sandpearl resort was named one of the best beach resorts in the U.S. In January 2013, Clearwater Beach was awarded the designation of Florida's Best Beach Town by a USA Today reader poll ranking 10 Florida beach destinations.



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Clearwater Beach's powdery white sand is part of what makes it one of America's Best Beaches. The sand actually comes from the Appalachian Mountains and is made of quartz rather than sea shells. Wonder what it takes to be named the #1 Beach in the U.S.? Let us be the judge!

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Clearwater is Famous for its Clear Waters Instantly recognisable for its white sands and dazzling waters, Clearwater Beach is 4km of bliss. Located along the marina, tourists can wander the artisan stalls before unwinding at the beach.

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Clearwater Beach is beloved for its sugar sands and clear green-blue waters.

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As mentioned before, it does not come from the clear Gulf of Mexico waters. It actually comes from the clear water of another water source. The phrase clear water was used frequently in the area because there used to be many natural springs in the area.

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Sugar-White Sand It feels like you're walking on powdered sugar. The sparkling quartz crystals that cover the beach originally came from the Appalachian Mountains, washed down into rivers that led to the Gulf of Mexico, and were swept onto the shores of our pristine beach.

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Clearwater Beach's crystal clear waters create the perfect conditions for enjoying an array of water activities like swimming, parasailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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There's something for everyone, regardless of what you want. Whether it is to enjoy live music or wild and energetic dance clubs; an intimate place with a gorgeous view of the sunset, or a bar and grill with beer and delicious food – you can make the best out of your evening at Clearwater Beach.

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Yes, you can swim at our beaches, year 'round!

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1 Beach in the U.S. in 2021 (and #5 in the world)! Nearby Clearwater Beach also earned accolades as the No. 1 beach in the U.S. in 2019, 2018 and 2016.

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No alcohol is permitted on Clearwater's public beaches.

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1. Baía do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil: Baía do Sancho may not be easy to reach, but it is the world's best beach, according to a 2023 ranking from Tripadvisor.

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