From the Gulf Coast to Lake Claiborne, these are the most beautiful shores in the Pelican State.

With white sand and warm, clear waters, you’re likely to find far fewer crowds, too.

Spend the day crabbing, building sandcastles, and collecting colorful shells.

Pier jutting out from a white-sand beach over the water

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The area, just a two-hour drive from New Orleans, is also a hub for surfers.

Cypremort Point Beach

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North Beach

Who says you better travel to the coast for sandy shores?

Afternoon sun on the dunes at Holly Beach

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White Sands Lake Day Beach

Plan a family-friendly trip toWhite Sands Lake Day Beach.

Note that the beach is only open seasonally from early May to early September.

It’s also a popular place for camping, sorent an RVor pack a tent for an extra-memorable getaway.

Long boardwalk stretching out over grass to the water

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Trees and picnic area framing a sunset at the beach

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Beachgoers under colorful umbrellas lakeside

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Bright sunset over a beach

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