An entrance to Cooper's Beach in Southampton, New York—which was named the best beach in the U.S. in a new report. What are the best beaches in the U.S.? Just in time for summer, Stephen Leatherman, a ...

For residents of the Coastal Bend, visiting a beach to enjoy some cool water, catch a tan and escape for a salty breeze is just a short drive away. Five beaches in the area placed in the USA TODAY ...

When someone mentions the Jersey Shore, it's easy to think of the many beaches spanning the southern end of the state. And it looks like voters for USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards are in ...

Don’t you love the feeling of sand slipping between your feet as you walk along a golden beach with nothing but inviting water and an ocean breeze? Of all the countries, I think it’s fair to say the ...

Looking for a top-tier beach to visit this summer? The top 10 beaches in California offer everything from scenic sunsets and sandy shores to stellar surfing and waterfront activities, USA Today said, ...

Short answer: Yes, parts of all rocky or sandy beaches in Rhode Island are open to the public. Some beaches may be owned by an individual, business or private club, but the public still has access to ...

Hoping to sneak in some more ocean swimming in Rhode Island before the summer is through? Late August might actually be the best time to take a dip. The water around the Ocean State has been gradually ...

The Surfrider Foundation’s 2025 State of the Beach report also highlights how coastal communities are successfully fighting back with nature- based solutions, even as federal climate support dwindles.

Set across a vast geographic and Red/Blue-state divide, what do Florida and California have in common? A deep appreciation for clothing-optional recreation, according to a ranking of nudist beaches in ...