Best beaches for running

A beach run is best when it’s comfortable underfoot and not too hot or windy. Swell scores temperature and conditions for the run.

Best beaches for running right now

• Alberts Landing Beach, Amagansett, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Navesink Beach, Sea Bright, NJ — 5 / 5 for running
• Atlantic Highlands Beach, Atlantic Highlands, NJ — 5 / 5 for running
• Highlands Beach, Sea Bright, NJ — 5 / 5 for running
• Louse Point, Springs, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Rockaway Beach, New York, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Gerard Drive Beach, Springs, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Amagansett Beach, Amagansett, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Alhambra Beach, Massapequa, NY — 5 / 5 for running
• Manhattan Beach, New York, NY — 5 / 5 for running

Ideal conditions for running

• Mild temperature
• Light wind
• Lower tide for firm sand

Swell rates every US beach 0–5 for running from live marine and weather data, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can find the best beach for running near you right now. Find beaches near you or browse by state.