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Best New England Beach Spots

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Annika Anderson Student Contributor, University of New Hampshire
UNH Contributor Student Contributor, University of New Hampshire
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UNH chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

With finals underway and summer on the horizon, who isn’t daydreaming sea breezes and salty air? Here’s a list of some of the best beaches in New England to get your tan on:

  • Wingaersheek Beach, Gloucester, MA

With quiet crowds, crystal clear water, and soft sand, Wingaersheek Beach feels more like a tropical oasis than New England summer hotspot. 

  • Old Orchard Beach, Old Orchard Beach, ME

For a little more honky-tonk old school fun, look no further than Old Orchard Beach. A carnival and the beach – how much more fun of a combination can you get?

  • Madaket Beach, Nantucket

Renowned for its sunsets, Madaket Beach is everyone’s best bet on Nantucket.

  • Newcomb Hollow, Wellfleet, MA

Newcomb Hollow offers impressive dunes and some of the best boogie-boarding waves on the Cape.

  • Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA

Not far from the historic Crane Estate, Crane Beach is similarly secluded and pristine.

  • Gooseberry Beach, Newport, RI

Newport is a New England favorite for its nautical charm and shopping, and rocky Gooseberry Beach is equally as inviting.

So what are you waiting for?! You’ve got a few ideas – get planning!

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