Which state has the prettiest beaches?

Hawaii is home to many of the best beaches in the US, but Makena Beach State Park, at the south end of Wailea, is a wild, seemingly endless expanse of golden sand and turquoise water that feels more secluded than its crowded neighbors.



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1. St. George Island State Park, Florida: The No. 1 beach in the United States, which is on the Gulf of Mexico, has miles of pristine sand.

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Alys Beach, Florida Alys Beach could be considered Mykonos's twin. The beach town's whitewashed buildings and geometric rooftops mirror those of Greece's beloved island.

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In California, San Diego's Coronado Beach routinely ranks inside the top 10, including seventh in 2022. Nonetheless, the title of Best Beach State has to belong to America's only island state in Hawaii.

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1. St. George Island State Park, Florida: The No. 1 beach in the United States, which is on the Gulf of Mexico, has miles of pristine sand.

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Seven locations in Hawaii are among the top 25 beaches in the United States, according to TripAdvisor's 2019 Travelers' Choice Awards, but Florida put 10 on the list and claimed the No. 1 spot. The top-finishing Hawaii beach was Kaanapali on Maui at No. 2, while Waikiki was ranked 20th.

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10 Places Where You Can See the Bluest Water in the U.S.
  • 01 of 10. Crater Lake, Oregon. ...
  • 02 of 10. Tenaya Lake, California. ...
  • 03 of 10. Devil's Den, Florida. ...
  • 04 of 10. Lanikai Beach, Hawaii. ...
  • 05 of 10. Lake Tahoe, Nevada and California. ...
  • 06 of 10. Molokini, Hawaii. ...
  • 07 of 10. Jenny Lake, Wyoming. ...
  • 08 of 10. Havasu Falls, Arizona.


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1. Blue Hole – Santa Rosa, New Mexico.

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?? The Best Clear Water Beaches in the USA
  • Calusa Beach (Big Pine Key), Florida. ...
  • Huntington Beach, California. ...
  • Marquette (Lake Superior), Michigan. ...
  • Fort Zachary Taylor Beach, Florida. ...
  • Kailua Beach, Hawaii. ...
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida — One of the Cleanest Beaches in the US. ...
  • Myrtle Beach (The Grand Strand), South Carolina.


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Malibu, California Malibu is the most expensive beach in the United States. Do you want a home in a small coastal town near one of the United States' biggest cities?

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Best Beaches in the U.S. for 2023
  • Miami Beach.
  • St. Augustine.
  • Cape May.
  • Hilton Head.
  • The Hamptons.
  • Big Sur.
  • Ogunquit.
  • Nantucket.


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Where to Find the Bluest Water in the World
  1. Egremni Beach, Greece. ...
  2. Manini'owali Beach, Big Island, Hawaii. ...
  3. French Polynesia. ...
  4. Nassau, Bahamas. ...
  5. Palawan, Philippines. ...
  6. Grote Knip Beach, Curacao. ...
  7. Trunk Bay, St. ...
  8. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.


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1. The Maldives. The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, have around 1,190 islands and sandbanks. A lagoon with crystal clear water encircles all the islands, which are protected by a reef structure that is home to an array of underwater life.

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From Monterey Bay to Clearwater Beach, these are the U.S. bluest waters to add to your travel bucket list. Blue Hole, New Mexico, comes first as the bluest water in the nation.

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In summary, Hawaii offers stunning natural beauty, a laid-back lifestyle and lower cost of living, while California boasts vibrant cities, a strong job market and excellent entertainment options. Consider your priorities – if you want island living, Hawaii may be your ideal match.

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