What makes a family beach? Clean sand, calm water, lifeguards, restrooms and nearby parking make for a fun and easy day at the beach. Bonus points for kid friendly extras like piers, nature trails, snack shops and mini golf.
Clearwater Beach, Florida
This is my hometown beach! Miles of clean white sand and calm waters. Can be crowded near the main parking areas and big hotels, but less so if you're willing to walk a bit. Afternoon thunderstorms … read more
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park, Hawaii
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park is located on Oahu's northeast shore and is the longest beach on the island at over 5 miles. White sands and turquoise waters combine for postcard views. The usually small … read more
Outer Banks, North Carolina
The Outer Banks is a 200-mile long string of barrier islands along the coast of North Carolina. The Outer Banks has a strong sense of history thanks to aviators (Orville and Wilbur Wright), pirates … read more
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
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
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