Minnesota Beach Recognized As One Of The Best In The US
Welcome to the dog days of summer, which run from July 3 through August 11. You might think the phrase is a nod to pets panting in the heat, but the Old Farmer’s Almanac notes it's actually an astronomical reference dating back to ancient times, tracking with the dawn rising of Sirius—the "Dog Star."
It's already been a warm summer, and things are only going to get hotter. So, why not find some relief at one of the absolute best beaches in all of America?
Minnesota Beach Recognized As One Of The Best In The US
Travel and Leisure Magazine considered several factors including sand quality, waves, parking, and even the number of shaded areas when they created a list of the 25 best beaches in America.
I was thinking the sands of Hawaii, California, and Florida would dominate the rankings so I was surprised to see a Minnesota beach was selected as one of the best in the country.
Until I saw which one it was. I've been several times and can confirm it is fantastic. The sand is really soft, the water is clean, and the waves are relaxing.
Minnesota Beach Recognized As One Of The Best In The US
Travel and Leisure's selection is Park Point Beach:
Located on Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, Park Point Beach is the world's longest freshwater sandbar. The beautiful sandy beach, complete with waves, has the feel of an ocean. It offers great views of Duluth and Lake Superior, and is known for its spectacular sunrises. A nearby playground, barbecue grills, and a ball field are all popular with visitors. Leashed dogs are also welcome.
Another cool beach in that area is Minnesota's Black Beach. Check it out below.
Why Is The Beach Black?
FYI, It's not really black - it's more of a charcoal color. The color comes from taconite that has been dumped into the water by mining companies and washed ashore. And, it's not a sand beach so don't expect to make any castles. The beach is made of tiny, poppyseed-sized, pieces of gravel.
Where Is Minnesota's Black Beach?
The Black Beach is located just outside of Silver Bay, Minnesota - about an hour north of Duluth.
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