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8 Charming American Beach Towns

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Poipu Beach, located on Kauai's southern shore, is renowned for its sunny weather and dual coves, perfect for surfing, snorkeling, windsurfing, and bodyboarding. Separated by a narrow sand spit called a tombolo.

Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii

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Ocean City Beach in Maryland features eight miles of white-sand shoreline and a lively three-mile boardwalk filled with amusement park rides, shops, and eateries.

Ocean City, Maryland

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Coronado Beach, located in San Diego, is a family-friendly destination known for its warm, sunny weather and sparkling golden sand. Popular with swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers.

Coronado Beach, San Diego

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Pope Beach on Lake Tahoe's southern shore offers nearly a mile of sandy coastline surrounded by towering pine trees. This beach is perfect for swimming, picnicking, and kayaking.

Pope Beach, Lake Tahoe

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Clearwater Beach in Florida boasts three miles of white sandy shores along the Gulf of Mexico. Visitors can enjoy Pier 60's entertainment, cabana rentals, a well-equipped playground.

Clearwater Beach, Florida

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Harris Beach, part of a state park on Oregon's south coast, is famous for its dramatic rock formations and tide pools. Popular activities include swimming, hiking, biking, and bird-watching.

Harris Beach, Oregon

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Glass Beach in Port Townsend is a unique destination for beachcombers, known for its abundance of jewelry-quality sea glass. The beach, a former small-town dump, now offers stunning views.

Glass Beach, Port Townsend

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Oak Street Beach in Chicago offers a rare urban shoreline experience with the city s skyline as a backdrop. Located on Lake Michigan, the beach provides lounge chair and cabana rentals.

Oak Street Beach, Chicago