THE BEACH DATABASE.

Your beach matches.

Your filters stay below: adjust them at any time, save matching beaches on this device, or copy a link to plan together. With no selections, choose a county or a feature to begin.

YOUR KIND OF BEACH DAY

What matters to your day?

Find a beach and entrance that fit your essentials.

Choose a county or a feature below to start. Your choices stay in the link; location coordinates are never shared.

Adjust requirements, preferences & location
1. Who’s coming?

A dog selects Dogs allowed. Kids suggests lifeguard coverage and restrooms; you can adjust these below.

2. Must have

Every requirement must be verified at the recommended entrance. Lifeguard coverage is not live tower duty.

Access & facilities

Activities & rules

Show accessibility & facility options

Step-free routes end at sand, not necessarily the water. Mats can leave a sand gap; wheelchair service can require advance booking or off-site pickup. Picnic shelters are park facilities, not shade on the beach.

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Would like (optional)

Preferences help rank eligible beaches; they never override your requirements. Selecting a choice here moves it out of Must have.

Access & facilities

Activities & rules

Show accessibility & facility options

Step-free routes end at sand, not necessarily the water. Mats can leave a sand gap; wheelchair service can require advance booking or off-site pickup. Picnic shelters are park facilities, not shade on the beach.

3. What kind of day? (optional)

Choose one to guide ranking. Based on existing editorial assessments, not today’s crowds, calm water or swimming safety. Tap again to clear.

Required surfing suitability limits matches; a surfing day prioritizes stronger editorial suitability.

Choose a county or area, or use your location, for distances. Location stays on this device.

Distances are straight-line estimates to approximate shoreline references, not driving miles, travel times or entrance coordinates. County/area distances start at an approximate shoreline center. Islands may need bridges, ferries or boats; check the guide’s arrival route.

Choose a requirement or preference to find matching beaches.

A planning guide, not live conditions. Check flags, guard duty and closures before leaving and on arrival.

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