Best Swimming Beaches in America
Discover the best swimming beaches across America. Find sandy shores, gentle waves, and perfect spots for family beach days.
All Swimming Beaches
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4.6(3,609)Rockaway Beach
Destination for surfing & swimming, backed by a bike-friendly boardwalk with concession stands.
4.6(3,184)Mothers Beach
Playground, picnic tables & other kid-friendly attractions at a surf-free sheltered beach.
4.6(4,332)Lake Worth Beach Park
Sandy ocean beach area with restaurants, shops & a pier for fishing & walking.
4.6(15)Old Mill Beach
Sandy beach overlooking the sound, with a seasonal 1.8-acre park without restrooms or lifeguards.
4.6(3,158)Marina State Beach
Relaxing, family-friendly destination offers a public beach & park good for all-ages entertainment.
4.6(927)Twin Lakes State Beach
Wide, dog-friendly beach with cafes, sunset views & birdwatching trails around the adjacent lagoon.
4.6(385)Kirk Park Beach
White-sand beach with seasonal lifeguards & a parking lot, plus toilet & shower facilities.
4.6(4,994)Venice Beach
Public white-sand beach with parking, a concession stand, volleyball courts & a picnic area.
4.6(172)Georgica Beach
Sandy stretch of public beach mostly used for sunbathing, swimming & picnicking.
4.6(74)Carpinteria City Beach
Small, bustling beach for swimming, surfing, boogey boarding & other water activities.
4.6(389)Municipal Beach
Relaxed, low-key beach for swimming, sunbathing & sunrise views, plus shopping nearby.
4.6(315)Summerland Beach
Schedule a beach ride, trail ride, kids encounter, mini horse encounter or a birthday party today! The beach rides feature a variety of different sights, where you may see dolphins and whales as you ride along the edge of the pacific ocean and listen to the sound of the breaking waves at your feet, or should we say hooves. The rolling hills and coastal bluffs trail ride features breathtaking views of the ocean and lemon groves on the hills. You will ride through the hills of Summerland where you will see butterflies in the eucalyptus trees and an occasional hawk flying over head.
4.6(1,152)Commons Beach
Lake beach & park for swimming & sunbathing, with picnic/BBQ areas, family movie nights & concerts.
4.6(1,883)Alameda Beach
Long, sandy strip with volleyball courts, ending in a bird sanctuary & backed by fast-food places.
4.6(491)North Ocean Park
Public beach with picturesque lighthouse views, plus picnic pavilions & restroom facilities.
4.6(2,908)Emma Wood State Beach
Oceanside spot for surfing & fishing with fire pits & RV camping available with advance reservation.
4.6(2,946)Sunset Beach
11-acre beach park on a peninsula featuring a playground, a boat launch, volleyball & more.
4.6(503)El Pescador State Beach
Family-friendly destination draws crowds for fishing, bodyboarding & other outdoor activities.
4.6(142)J&J's Place at the Springs
Recreation, camping, cooking, and entertaining our guest makes a big splash! Let us host your next gathering or just come by for a quick dip. Only a hop, skip, and a cannon ball away from Enterprise Alabama! Why sit in the heat when you could be enjoying the cool water, sunbathing, concierge food service on our sandy beach? RV & TENT SITES We offer both 30 / 50-amp RV Full Hook Ups on flat, graveled sites. Monthly and daily rates are available. Small, medium, and large cabins for rent that are picturesque and cozy, a great alternative to traditional hotel stays with the spring/beach view. Natural Spring Swimming area with a sandy beach complete with chairs and umbrellas, wedding/party pavilion.
4.6(758)South Beach Park
Quiet swimming beach with a shower & restrooms, also offering a pavilion & deck.
4.6(780)North City Beach Park
Wide public beach featuring year-round lifeguards, volleyball courts, restrooms & showers.
4.6(1,586)Tables Beach
Public beach & surf spot with covered tables, concessions & occasional military jet sightings.
Trip packing checklist
Gear for Swimming Beaches
Useful gear categories for this kind of water trip. These links open Amazon search results so you can compare current options before you go.
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Keeps sun exposure manageable when shade is limited.
Useful for beach trips where sunscreen reapplication is easy to forget.
Packs smaller than cotton and dries faster after swims.
Worth comparing if the beach has clear, calm water.
Tips for Visiting Swimming Beaches
Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions