Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, has announced his list of the Nation’s Top Ten Beaches. Cooper’s Beach, Southampton, New York moved up from the #3 position to the #1 position this year. Siesta Key beach has retained its hold on the #2 position. What do I think?
This sums up my thoughts:
- Siesta Key beach current water temperature: 84 degrees
- Coopers beach, NY current water temperature: 56 degrees (brrr!)
What more can I say? Where would you prefer to swim this Memorial Day weekend?
Here is the entire list from Dr. Beach:
- Coopers Beach in Southampton, New York
- Siesta Beach, Sarasota, Florida
- Coronado Beach in San Diego, California
- Cape Hatteras, North Carolina
- Main Beach, East Hampton, NY
- Kahanamoku Beach, Oahu, Hawaii
- Coast Guard Beach, Massachusetts
- Beachwalker Park, South Carolina
- Hamoa Beach, Maui, Hawaii
- Cape Florida State Park, Key Biscayne, Florida
Dr. Beach deserves many thanks for his fine work in drawing attention to our nation’s finest beaches. Awareness is an important part of preserving our beaches and coastal communities.
Go out and enjoy the beach and stay safe at the beach!



