50 States of Beaches
Not every state has a vast coastline, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your favorite beach activities in any state. Browse through our list of our favorite beach in every state.

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Alabama: Orange Beach
Alaska: Eagle Beach
Arizona: Lake Powell
Arkansas: Caddo Bend
California: Santa Monica
Santa Monica has plenty of activities for everyone in the family. Eat at one of the several restaurants, enjoy the amusement park, Pacific Park, or ride your bike along the paved pathway. Visit the south side of the pier, Muscle Beach, to watch acrobatic feats on retro equipment like rings and bars.
Colorado: Blue Mesa Reservoir
Connecticut: File Mile Point Lighthouse
Delaware: Fenwick Island
Florida: Fort Myers
Georgia: St. Simons Island
Hawaii: Waikiki
Idaho: Lake Cascade
Illinois: Illinois Beach State Park
Indiana: Miller Beach
Just a couple hours southeast of Illinois Beach State Park is Marquette Beach, located in the Miller Beach neighborhood. This beach offers amazing views of Chicago's skyline, miles of sandy beaches and plenty of recreational opportunities. The Lagoon is the perfect place for kayaking. Enjoy hiking in the Oak Savanna, or climb the dunes that can reach up to 75 feet high - all located off the shores of Lake Michigan.
Iowa: Gray's Lake
Kansas: Lake Scott
Kentucky: Pennyrile Forest State Resort
While Kentucky might not be thought of as a beach destination, several Kentucky State Parks have beaches set in lake locations. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park in Dawson Springs is one of the most appealing. The beach's inviting sand is a great place to enjoy the views of beautiful Pennyrile Lake. The park staff hosts parties a few times a year that include food, music, beach volleyball and kids' games. You can also rent kayaks, canoes and pedal boats at the dock adjacent to the beach.
Louisiana: Grand Isle
Maine: Ogunquit Beach
Maryland: Ocean City
Massachusetts: Menemsha Beach
Michigan: Cheboygan
Minnesota: Lake Carlos
Mississippi: Gulfport
Missouri: Creve Coeur Lake
Creve Coeur Lake formed several thousand years ago when a meander loop of the Missouri River was cut off. It's a now a popular resort and vacation area and home to several hotels and boathouses on the Lake. Visitors can enjoy the sandy shoreline along Marine Avenue.
Montana: Black Sandy State Park
Nebraska: Lake McConaughy
Nevada: Sand Harbor
New Hampshire: Hampton Beach
New Jersey: Stone Harbor
New Mexico: Elephant Butte Lake
New York: Jones Beach
North Carolina: Carolina Beach
North Dakota: Lake Metigoshe
Ohio: East Harbor
Oklahoma: Lake Texoma
Oregon: Cannon Beach
Pennsylvania: Presque Isle State Park
Presque Isle State Park is a major recreational landmark for about four million visitors each year. As Pennsylvania’s only "seashore", Presque Isle offers its visitors a beautiful coastline and many recreational activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, bicycling and in-line skating.
Rhode Island: Little Compton
Little Compton sits on a picturesque, pastoral and peaceful peninsula in coastal Rhode Island. People flock here to celebrate the simpler things in life: quiet living, bucolic stretches of farmland and unspoiled, gentle beaches. Bordered by the Westport River, the Sakonnet River and due south, the Atlantic Ocean, Little Compton contributes handily to Rhode Island’s coveted 400 miles of coastline. South Shore Beach is open to the public and its long, crescent-shaped swath of beach welcomes a swell of visitors during the summer season. Good waves lure area surfers, and an onsite boat launch is perfect for small vessels. On a clear day, bathers can even see Cuttyhunk Island and the Elizabeth Islands in the distance.
The 75-acre Goosewing Beach Preserve encompasses the barrier beach plus a pristine coastal pond and serene dune environments. Owned by The Nature Conservancy, this historic landmark is home to The Benjamin Family Environmental Center which offers environmental programs, walks and educational exhibits where visitors learn about important natural features and local flora and fauna.
South Carolina: Kiawah Island
South Dakota: Sylvan Lake
Tennessee: Percy Priest
Texas: Port Aransas
Utah: Quail Creek State Park
Boasting some of the warmest waters in the state and a mild winter climate, Quail Creek Reservoir lures boaters and anglers year-round. Spend a day on the water, or visit a nearby state or national park. Then, retire to a campsite in a spectacular red rock desert setting.