Which US state has the most beautiful coastline?

When you think of the beach, you might envision escaping to a far-flung destination, but there are countless beautiful beaches with scenic sea views and top-notch amenities in the United States. There are prime shorelines in Hawaii, California and Florida as well as scores of options located in between.



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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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The 9 most beautiful beaches in the US
  • Pfeiffer Beach, California. ...
  • Miami's South Beach, Florida. ...
  • Folly Beach, South Carolina. ...
  • Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. ...
  • Siesta Key Beach, Florida. ...
  • Gulf Shores, Alabama. ...
  • Waikiki Beach, Hawaii. ...
  • Oxnard Beach Park, California.


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Lanikai Beach, Oahu, Hawaii But few compare to Lanikai (which translates to “Heavenly Ocean”) Beach on the windward coast of Oahu. It's ranked as one of the most beautiful beaches in the United States and has some of the warmest water, ranging from 77 to 82 degrees.

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Beaches With Clear Water: The Best in the United States
  • Waimea Bay Beach Park, Hawaii. ...
  • Crandon Park Beach, Florida. ...
  • Assateague Island, Maryland and Virginia. ...
  • Clearwater Beach, Florida. ...
  • Carmel Beach, Carmel by The Sea, California. ...
  • Cannon Beach, Oregon. ...
  • Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada. ...
  • Clear Water, Clear Skies, Good Times.


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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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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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The short answer is yes. California has some very scenic beaches, but the water is very cold even in summer and the Pacific Ocean is often very wavy, which is great if you are a surfer, but not for most other folks. Florida has whiter, finer sand and warm water pretty much year round.

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1. Blue Hole – Santa Rosa, New Mexico.

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Both Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard have some of the bluest waters on the East Coast, and Martha's Vineyard has much to offer visitors.

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Praia do Sancho, Brazil Found on Fernando de Noronha, an archipelago of volcanic islands between Brazil and Africa, Praia do Sancho is consistently voted one of the world's best beaches.

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