These NY, NJ beaches named among the best in the US
NEW YORK - Several beaches across the Tri-State area have been recognized as some of the best in the United States by Travel and Leisure.
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The 25 Best Beaches in the USA list was published earlier this month.
Here's a look at the beaches in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
New York
Rockaway Beach, Queens
"This may not be a palm-tree-lined idyll, but for New Yorkers who can hop on a subway or bus to reach its white sand, five-mile boardwalk, and surf-worthy waves, it's heaven," the website said.
Coney Island Beach, Brooklyn
"If you're seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city without having to go too far, Coney Island is a perfect seaside wonderland of nostalgia and kitschy fun," the website said.
New Jersey
Asbury Park Beach
"A little bit historic charm, a little bit rock 'n' roll, this Jersey Shore destination has everything you want out of a Northeastern summer spot," the website said. "Stretching about a mile along New Jersey's Atlantic coast, Asbury Park Beach is a lively, clean, white-sand paradise."
Connecticut
Ocean Beach Park, New London
"This half-mile, golden-sand beach with gentle tides provides great views of ferries and schooners sailing past the New London Ledge Lighthouse," the website said.
Other best beaches in the US
Alabama: Gulf Shores Public Beach
California: Carmel Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea
California: Coronado Beach, San Diego
California: Pope Beach, Lake Tahoe
California: Santa Monica Beach
Colorado: Medano Creek, Great Sand Dunes National Park
Florida: Clearwater Beach
Georgia: North Beach, Tybee Island
Hawaii: Carlsmith Beach, Hilo
Hawaii: Poipu Beach, Kauai
Illinois: Oak Street Beach, Chicago
Maryland: Ocean City
Massachusetts: Good Harbor Beach, Gloucester
Michigan: Grand Haven State Park
Minnesota: Park Point Beach, Duluth
North Carolina: Wrightsville Beach
Oregon: Harris Beach
South Carolina: Coligny Beach Park, Hilton Head
Vermont: Crystal Lake State Park, Baron
Washington: Glass Beach, Port Townsend
Washington: Alki Beach, Seattle
Travel and Leisure did not reveal its methodology, but said: "Different criteria define the perfect beach for different people, such as the quality of the sand, the waves (or lack thereof), level of seclusion, public transportation and accessible parking, whether there's a boardwalk, activities, and even the amount of shade."
"Some beaches are found next to crystalline lakes, while others are beneath the peaks of majestic mountain ranges. Some are surf havens with stellar waves, while others cater to families with calm waters and things to do right on the sand."
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul helped contribute to this report.