Quick Summary:

  • Some of the world's best beaches can be found in some very surprising places, and Alaska, despite being known as a frosty, snowy place, is home to some beautiful beaches that people of all ages can enjoy.
  • In fact, Alaska has the unique distinction of having the longest coastline of any other state, with over 5,500 miles of coast in total.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Black Sand Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Black Sand Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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2. Fort Abercrombie State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Fort Abercrombie State Park | Beaches in Alaska
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3. Schooner Beach

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Schooner Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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4. Yakutat Beach

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Yakutat Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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5. The Homer Spit

The Homer Spit  | Beaches in Alaska
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6. Whittier Beach (Head of the Bay)

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Whittier Beach (Head of the Bay) | Beaches in Alaska
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8. Captain Cook State Recreation Area

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Captain Cook State Recreation Area | Beaches in Alaska
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9. Kasilof River Beach

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Kasilof River Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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10. Bishop’s Beach

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Bishop’s Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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11. Outside Beach, Seldovia

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Outside Beach, Seldovia | Beaches in Alaska
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12. Chena Lake Recreation Area

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Chena Lake Recreation Area | Beaches in Alaska
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13. Rotary Beach

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Rotary Beach | Beaches in Alaska
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14. Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park

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Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park | Beaches in Alaska
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15. Nome Beaches

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Nome Beaches | Beaches in Alaska
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