Best U.S. Beaches

This year's top 10 beaches in the United States, according to Stephen P. Leatherman - Dr. Beach - of Florida International University's Laboratory for Coastal Research.

1. Hanalei Bay

Kauai, Hawaii

2. Siesta Beach

Sarasota, Fla.

3. Coopers Beach

Southampton, N.Y.

4. Coronado Beach

San Diego.

5. Hamoa Beach

Maui, Hawaii

6. Main Beach

East Hampton, N.Y.

7. Cape Hatteras

Outer Banks, N.C.

8. Cape Florida State Park

Key Biscayne, Fla.

9. Coast Guard Beach

Cape Cod, Mass.

10. Beachwalker Park

Kiawah Island, S.C.