This Cape Cod Beach Was Named the Best in New England — and It's One of the Best in the Country, Too

Coast Guard Beach is the best beach in New England, according to Dr. Beach.

(Yes,even Vermont.)

9 beach in the nation and the No.

A sandy path leads to Coast Guard Beach in the Cape Cod National Seashore.Credit:KenWiedemann/Getty Images

1 in New England.

“The sand is fairly coarse, so the beach slopes steeply into the water.

Here, travelers can also spot some nesting shorebirds who make it their home over thesummer season.

There is one more perk for locals.

So perhaps it’s possible for you to plan two getaways and compare them for yourself.