By definition a beach is an area covered with sand or small rocks that is next to an ocean or lake. In reality, a beach is so much more!

Beaches are where we relax and recharge, where we create memories with friends and families and where we feel free, happy and content. Whether you prefer a quite walk on a wild beach or a raucous game of beach volleyball, a beach is where you, the beach lover, feel most yourself.

Whether you grew up at the beach or became a beach lover late in life, this site is for you. Feel free to tell us about your favorite beach or share your beach tales, memories or musings .

Family Beaches

St. George Island State Park, Florida

St. George Island State Park offers miles of undeveloped white sand beach. This barrier island off the Florida panhandle is accessible by automobile via a 4 mile long bridge across Apalachicola Bay. … read more

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Dog Beaches

Coronado Beach, California

A wide flat beach with fine sand, gentle waves and diligent lifeguards makes this beach a great getaway for all ages.  Plus, the Hotel Del in the background and sparkly gold sand (mica particles) at … read more

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Wild Beaches

Barefoot Beach, Florida

Barefoot Beach in Bonita Springs is on an undeveloped barrier island that is easy to reach, yet unspoiled and uncrowded. The white sand beach is a little over a mile long and sprinkled with small … read more

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National Seashores

Beach Musings

Dogs & Beaches

Sure it's fun to watch the young dogs frolic in the waves, but it's even more fun to watch the old dogs act like puppies. The beach turns back the clock for dogs and to a lesser extent for people. … read more

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