Dr. Beach Names 10 Best Beaches in the U.S. (2023)

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Dr. Beach, also known as Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, selects the best beaches in the United States based on a comprehensive evaluation. Each year, he conducts a thorough assessment of numerous coastal locations using his established criteria. Photo: jewhyte/DepositPhotos Photo: jewhyte/DepositPhotos Learn more

Dr. Beach considers water quality, safety, cleanliness, beach width and sand quality, amenities, and environmental management efforts. Dr. Beach combines scientific analysis with his expertise in coastal processes and environmental stewardship to determine the rankings. Photo: tomtsya/DepositPhotos Photo: tomtsya/DepositPhotos Learn more

With that in mind, here’s a list of the ten best beaches in the United States for 2023. Photo: SherryVSmith/DepositPhotos Photo: SherryVSmith/DepositPhotos Learn more

St. George Island State Park, Florida Panhandle

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Kahanamoku Beach, Oahu, Hawaii

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Coopers Beach, Southampton, New York

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Caladesi Island State Park, Dunedin/ Clearwater, Florida

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Lighthouse Beach, Buxton, Outer Banks of North Carolina

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