Beaches So Spectacular You'd Visit Them In A Sweater

Beach getaways are not just for the summer. Many coastlines are worth a visit when the weather cools down and the crowds disappear. The smooth sand and refreshing water can be enjoyed year-round, even if you don’t actually go swimming. Don’t confine yourself to one season.

Several magnificent sandy shores feature brilliant changing leaves and spectacular fall sunsets. You don’t need to splurge on a trip to Mexico or South America to spend time on a beautiful coast when it gets cold outside.

A lot of cities and parks in the U.S. have coastlines, seafood shacks, hiking trails and even waterfalls that will make you feel like you’re in paradise.

Visit beaches with odd rock formations, camp near the ocean, and sleep under the stars. Hit two birds with one stone and explore a national park with a stunning shore where you can go kayaking and fishing. Some coastlines deserve a trip just for the many snorkeling adventures they offer – all you may need is a wetsuit.

For a good time, all you really need is sun, sand and a body of water. Hot temperatures are overrated.

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This gorgeous, and public, beach is worth visiting every day of the year. Each season, the weather and tides reshape the sandy landscape. The unusual rocks will take your breath away, especially around sunset time. Face Rock, which represents the face of a princess drowned by an evil sea spirit, is one of the most photographed monolithic formations in the area.

Acadia is one of the national parks in the U.S. with the most beautiful beaches. Nestled between mountains and rocky shores, the lovely Sand Beach is 290 yards long. It is largely comprised of unique sand of shell fragments created by the pounding surf. One of the best ways to see the coastline is from the water — consider kayaking Acadia for some of the best views.

The absolutely serene Trunk Bay is one of the most gorgeous beaches in all Caribbean islands. It is also one of the most pristine and best preserved in the area. The white sand beach has a 225-yard-long underwater snorkeling trail. St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands is an adventure destination that doesn’t require a passport.

This may be the largest bay, bordered by a white sand beach that is 125 feet wide, on the north shore of Kauai Island, and it’s very quiet and never crowded. The nearly 3-mile-long beach is surrounded by majestically looking mountains. Three beach parks are located nearby, providing a lot of opportunities to play and have fun.

Set alongside Ecola State Park, this beach offers incredible views, lovely hikes and it’s a bit less crowded in the fall. The town is a popular vacation resort that extends for four miles along the Pacific Ocean. You’ll also enjoy odd rock formations, stunning coastline, unique lodgings, and scenic trails. Cannon Beach is also one of the most pet-friendly destinations to which you can take your four-legged best friend.