2 FL Beaches Among Top 10 In U.S.: Dr. Beach

DUNEDIN, FL — Dr. Stephen Leatherman, better known as Dr. Beach, has named two Florida beaches to his annual ranking of Top 10 Best Beaches in the United States.

Caladesi Island State Park in Dunedin landed at No. 4 on the list, which is compiled each year by the beach expert.

“Caladesi is reached by pedestrian ferry boat, private boats or a long walk north from Clearwater Beach; the inlet is closed so Caladesi is no longer a true island, but still a great getaway,” he wrote. “The white beach is composed of crystalline quartz sand which is soft and cushy at the water’s edge, inviting one to take a dip in the sparkling clear waters. There are boardwalk trails, but my favorite is the kayak and canoe trails through the mangroves to see the large blue herons and other birds that frequent this wonderful natural area.”

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Naples took the No. 8 spot in the ranking. Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Oahu, Hawaii, topped the list.

Find the complete list of top 10 beaches in America here.