- Some states like Florida, California, and Hawaii are known for their beautiful beaches.
- Others have lesser-known — but equally breathtaking — beaches, including Michigan and New Hampshire.
- If you’re already dreaming of warmer weather, these beautiful beaches may inspire your next trip.
Now that we’ve closed the door on 2024 and have started the year with some record-breaking winter weather, some of us may already be dreaming of summer.
Although it’s still a few months before we can ditch our coats for sundresses, there’s no reason we can’t start planning our sunny getaways.
If you, like us, are thinking about which seaside spot to head to this summer, rest assured that there are plenty of popular and off-beat beaches to pick from in the US.
Surrounded by the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Great Lakes, more than half of states in the US lie on at least one of the country’s gorgeous coasts.
With close to 100,000 miles of shoreline, not every noteworthy beach in the US gets the recognition it deserves.
While beaches in California and Florida attract tourists from across the world, many other states are home to shores with stunning views, offering ample opportunities for waterfront relaxation.
Here are some of the prettiest beaches in the US.
