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Beaches in the United States – Explore Every State
From emerald Gulf waters and West Coast surf towns to rugged New England cliffs and tropical islands, the United States is home to thousands of unforgettable beaches. Use this hub to jump into each state’s beaches, see featured spots, and start planning your next coastal escape.
Northeast Beaches
Classic Coastlines
Historic lighthouses, cool ocean breezes, and charming beach towns ideal for summer getaways.
West Coast Beaches
Sunsets & Surf
Iconic Pacific views, dramatic cliffs, and legendary surf culture from Southern California to the Pacific Northwest.
Gulf Coast Beaches
Calm Waters
Gentle surf, sugar-white sand, and relaxed waterfront towns stretching from Texas to Florida.
Great Lakes Beaches
Freshwater Escapes
Ocean-like coastlines with dunes, lighthouses, and swimming spots along the largest freshwater system on earth.
Islands & Tropics
Tropical Vibes
Crystal-clear water, coral reefs, and warm island breezes across America’s tropical and overseas territories.
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Snapper Cove
- Monticello, KY 42633
- KY-55, Monticello, KY 42633
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
- (502) 429-7270, +1 502-429-7270
- Louisville, KY 40241
- 3000 Freys Hill Rd, Louisville, KY 40241
- https://parks.ky.gov/explore/e-p-tom-sawyer-state-park-7810
Sunset Cove Beach
- Kentucky 42156
Sleepy Hollow Lake
- Kentucky 40059
Pulaski County Park
- (606) 636-6450, +1 606-636-6450
- Nancy, KY 42544
- 1200 State Hwy 3189, Nancy, KY 42544
- https://pcparkky.com/
Birmingham Ferry Recreation Area
- Benton, KY 42025
- Birmingham Ferry Campground, Benton, KY 42025
Taylorsville Lake State Park
- (502) 477-8713, +1 502-477-8713
- Mt Eden, KY 40046
- 1320 Park Rd, Mt Eden, KY 40046
- https://parks.ky.gov/mount-eden/parks/recreation/taylorsville-lake-state-park
Lake Cumberland
- Kentucky
Kentucky Dam Village
- (270) 362-4271, +1 270-362-4271
- Gilbertsville, KY 42044
- 166 Upper Village Dr, Gilbertsville, KY 42044
- https://parks.ky.gov/explore/kentucky-dam-village-state-resort-park-7793
Laurel River Lake
- Kentucky
Nolin Lake Beach
- Kentucky 42259
Kingdom Come State Park
- (606) 589-2478, +1 606-589-2478
- Cumberland, KY 40823
- 502 Park Rd, Cumberland, KY 40823
- https://parks.ky.gov/cumberland/parks/recreation/kingdom-come-state-park
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
- (800) 525-7077, +1 800-525-7077
- Golden Pond, KY 42211
- 238 Visitor Center Dr, Golden Pond, KY 42211
- https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/
Carter Caves State Resort Park
- (606) 286-4411, +1 606-286-4411
- Olive Hill, KY 41164
- 344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY 41164
- https://parks.ky.gov/olive-hill/parks/resort/carter-caves-state-resort-park
Daniel Boone National Forest
- (859) 745-3100, +1 859-745-3100
- Winchester, KY 40391
- 1700 Bypass Road, Winchester, KY 40391
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf
Mary’s Island
- (502) 584-0350, +1 502-584-0350
- Louisville, KY 40299
- Turkey Run Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40299
- https://theparklands.org/
Dewey Lake
- Kentucky 41653
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
- (859) 384-3522, +1 859-384-3522
- Union, KY 41091
- 3380 Beaver Rd, Union, KY 41091
- https://parks.ky.gov/union/parks/historic/big-bone-lick-state-historic-site
Transylvania Beach
- Louisville, KY 40059
Boonesborough Beach
- Winchester, KY 40391
- 850 Ford Hampton Rd, Winchester, KY 40391
Twin Knobs Campground
- (606) 780-7818, +1 606-780-7818
- Morehead, KY 40351
- 5195 KY-801, Morehead, KY 40351
- https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233782
Barren River Lake
- Kentucky
Buckhorn Lake
- Kentucky
Cave Run Lake
- Salt Lick, KY 40371
- Cave Run Lake Rd, Salt Lick, KY 40371
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recarea/?recid=39320&fbclid=IwAR15F-flWeBOggKWIfjrH8o2jcVShONDC4pXgN9c5UrdpjEIlFeXo4BWDZo
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park
- (606) 398-7510, +1 606-398-7510
- Buckhorn, KY 41721
- 4441 KY-1833, Buckhorn, KY 41721
- https://parks.ky.gov/explore/buckhorn-lake-state-resort-park-7784
North Fork Beach
- McDaniels, KY 40152
- 9666 KY-259, McDaniels, KY 40152
Carr Creek State Park
- (606) 642-4050, +1 606-642-4050
- 15
- 2086 Smithboro Rd., HWY, 15, Sassafras, KY 41759
- https://parks.ky.gov/sassafras/parks/recreation/carr-creek-state-park
Pennyrile Lake
- Kentucky 42408
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
- (270) 797-3421, +1 270-797-3421
- Dawson Springs, KY 42408
- 20781 Pennyrile Forest State Park Road, Dawson Springs, KY 42408
- https://parks.ky.gov/dawson-springs/parks/resort/pennyrile-forest-state-resort-park
Rough River Dam State Resort Park
- (270) 257-2311, +1 270-257-2311
- Falls of Rough, KY 40119
- 450 Ic-1003, Falls of Rough, KY 40119
- https://parks.ky.gov/falls-rough/parks/resort/rough-river-dam-state-resort-park
Lake Malone State Park
- (270) 657-2111, +1 270-657-2111
- Dunmor, KY 42339
- 331 Ic-8001A, Dunmor, KY 42339
- https://parks.ky.gov/dunmor/parks/recreation/lake-malone-state-park
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
- (270) 924-1131, +1 270-924-1131
- Cadiz, KY 42211
- 3500 State Park Rd, Cadiz, KY 42211
- https://parks.ky.gov/cadiz/parks/resort/lake-barkley-state-resort-park
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
- Cadiz, KY 42211
- State Park Rd, Cadiz, KY 42211
Cave Run Lake
- Kentucky
Carr Creek Beach
- Anco, KY 41759
- 2086 Smithsboro Rd, Anco, KY 41759
- https://parks.ky.gov/sassafras/parks/recreation/carr-creek-state-park
Kentucky Dam Lake
- (731) 333-7952, +1 731-333-7952
- Gilbertsville, KY 42044
- Upper Village Dr, Gilbertsville, KY 42044
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
- (606) 528-4121, +1 606-528-4121
- Corbin, KY 40701
- 7351 KY-90, Corbin, KY 40701
- https://parks.ky.gov/corbin/parks/resort/cumberland-falls-state-resort-park
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
- (270) 646-2151, +1 270-646-2151
- Lucas, KY 42156
- 1149 State Park Rd, Lucas, KY 42156
- https://parks.ky.gov/lucas/parks/resort/barren-river-lake-state-resort-park
Moss Creek Day Use Area
- (270) 924-2000, +1 270-924-2000
- Grand Rivers, KY 42045
- Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, Grand Rivers, KY 42045
- https://www.landbetweenthelakes.us/
Lake Venus
- (270) 543-3582, +1 270-543-3582
- Bremen, KY 42325
- 6315 KY-175, Bremen, KY 42325
- https://www.facebook.com/LakeVenus
Juniper Beach
- Louisville, KY 40059
Kincaid Lake State Park
- (859) 654-3531, +1 859-654-3531
- Falmouth, KY 41040
- 749 Kincaid Pk Dr, Falmouth, KY 41040
- https://parks.ky.gov/falmouth/parks/recreation/kincaid-lake-state-park
Beaches n’ Dreams
- (561) 400-7432, +1 561-400-7432
- Paducah, KY 42003
- 3147 Lone Oak Rd, Paducah, KY 42003
- https://beachesndreams.com/
Kulmer Beach Reserve
- West Point, KY 40177
- 17200 Kulmer Beach Rd, West Point, KY 40177
- https://louisvilleky.gov/government/parks/park-list/kulmer-reserve
Pennyrile Forest State Park beach
- Dawson Springs, KY 42408
Green River Lake State Park
- (270) 465-8255, +1 270-465-8255
- Campbellsville, KY 42718
- 179 Park Office Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718
- https://parks.ky.gov/campbellsville/parks/recreation/green-river-lake-state-park
Stony Cove Picnic Area and Beach
- Salt Lick, KY 40371
- Stony Cove Rd, Salt Lick, KY 40371
Laurel Branch Beach
- McDaniels, KY 40152
- 147 Cp Grn Shrs Ln, McDaniels, KY 40152
Bellevue Beach Park
- Bellevue, KY 41073
- 643-665 Frank Benke Way, Bellevue, KY 41073