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If you could choose to go to one beach in the continental US, where would it be?

Posted on 1/11/24 at 9:16 pm
Posted by JohnnyRebel
Colorado
Member since Sep 2014
7263 posts
Posted on 1/11/24 at 9:16 pm
Trying to go to a beach after a long winter of 20 degree weather. Passport is being replaced, not trying to spend a lot on flights. So not going to Hawaii, or Caribbean. What do think is THE beach spot here domestically?
Posted by jfw3535
South of Bunkie
Member since Mar 2008
4710 posts
Posted on 1/11/24 at 9:32 pm to
Biloxi
Posted by SloaneRanger
Upper Hurstville
Member since Jan 2014
8040 posts
Posted on 1/11/24 at 9:33 pm to
This time of year? Somewhere in SW Florida.
Posted by Longhorn Actual
Member since Dec 2023
1003 posts
Posted on 1/11/24 at 10:13 pm to
Prettiest beach in terms of sand/water? Florida panhandle

Prettiest in terms of cliffs/rock? Northern California (Carmel, Half Moon Bay, many others)

Best human scenery? San Diego, Miami/South Beach area



Posted by geauxpurple
New Orleans
Member since Jul 2014
12721 posts
Posted on 1/11/24 at 10:44 pm to
The one I go to on a regular basis is Destin, (specifically Miramar Beach) but if I had to pick one to be transported to right now, it would be La Jolla, California and I would stay at La Valencia Hotel. That place is gorgeous.
Posted by kciDAtaE
Member since Apr 2017
16013 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 4:07 am to
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not trying to spend a lot on flights


I guess it depends on where you live. I can’t imagine a scenario where California and Florida are both in driving distance.
Posted by LSUfan4444
Member since Mar 2004
54202 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 4:40 am to
Siesta Key
Posted by AZBadgerFan
Scottsdale, AZ
Member since May 2013
1550 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 5:47 am to
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Siesta Key



Good choice. I love the beaches in and around San Diego but Siesta Key is right up there.
Posted by HoustonGumbeauxGuy
Member since Jul 2011
29757 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 5:48 am to
Key West

Posted by HoustonGumbeauxGuy
Member since Jul 2011
29757 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 5:49 am to
quote:

La Jolla, California and I would stay at La Valencia Hotel


Was there this past July for my wife’s birthday, it was absolutely incredible!
Posted by FirstCityDawg
Member since May 2017
2575 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 5:57 am to
I LOVE Key West but the beaches are not what it’s known for.

Gulf Coast FL/AL is my answer.
Posted by msstate7
Member since Oct 2014
10788 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 7:15 am to
Haha, the casinos make Biloxi fun for me. If you do happen to be in Biloxi and wanna go to the beach, go to ship island. The water is much better.
Posted by h0bnail
Member since Sep 2009
7474 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 7:17 am to
quote:

Gulf Coast FL/AL is my answer.


But preferably a spot without oil rig views.
Posted by Pelican fan99
Lafayette, Louisiana
Member since Jun 2013
35059 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 7:25 am to
No finer beach in the US than Grand Isle. Has everything you could need
Posted by Gaston
Dirty Coast
Member since Aug 2008
39165 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 9:20 am to
Aly’s Beach…Rosemary if you’re looking for something cheaper.
Posted by Nole Man
Somewhere In Tennessee!
Member since May 2011
7271 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 9:27 am to
Depends on what you want. Time. Budget. When.

But..

Couple of thoughts based upon where I used to live in Florida or where friends go.

1. Cape San Blast. Probably fly into Tallahassee.

2. Amelia Island. Probably fly into Jacksonville.

3. Sanibel Island (Multiple Options). Probably fly into Ft. Meyers. Maybe Tampa. Not that far drive.



This post was edited on 1/12/24 at 9:32 am
Posted by BRich
Old Metairie
Member since Aug 2017
2249 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 10:19 am to
If you are talking about basically NOW or in the next couple of weeks, AND you want to do actual beach stuff like walking or laying on the sand in swimsuits, or even getting IN the water, then the only answer is extreme South Florida-- Miami Beach, Sanibel/Captiva, or somewhere in the Florida Keys, which is not known for having miles and miles of beaches, but DOES have enough to suffice for a getaway and will probably have the warmest temps.

Temps anywhere along Florida's northern gulf coast (Seaside, Destin, Pensacola, Ft. Walton, Panama City, etc.) and its northern Atlantic coast (Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Aug., Daytona, etc.) are far too cold to have the "warm weather beach experience". Areas around Tampa Bay are likely too cold as well.

Now, if you just want to take a walk on a beach in a sweater and shoes and look at the ocean, everything from the Pacific Coast up to around Cape Hatteras on the Atlantic is in play... I was on the beach at Hilton Head and then Jekyll Island, GA during the week between Christmas and New Year's, and that's about all it was good for.
This post was edited on 1/26/24 at 3:31 pm
Posted by Shotgun Willie
Member since Apr 2016
3798 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 10:20 am to
We really enjoy Marco Island beach. Stay at JW Marriott if you can.
Posted by blueridgeTiger
Granbury, TX
Member since Jun 2004
20432 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 11:47 am to
Holly Beach

Posted by geauxpurple
New Orleans
Member since Jul 2014
12721 posts
Posted on 1/12/24 at 12:09 pm to
quote:

I LOVE Key West but the beaches are not what it’s known for.
I agree with this. I was there this past April. We had a lot of fun. The oceanfront scenery is nice, but the beaches were small and basic. I would recommend vacationing there unless a great beach is your top priority.
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