Beach Pictures

Selection of our Beach pictures and photos from around the world.

Pictures of beaches from New Zealand to Greece, from Washington State to France.

Beaches come in a variety of forms such as golden or black sand, pebbles, and rocks! A beach is most often shaped by prevailing winds and waves which will decorate it with driftwood or kelp. A real treasure chest of goodies, a beach is a great place to explore and always has something to offer the beachcomber, from odd shaped mangled wood, different shapes and sizes of shells, sea birds, and interesting rock formations.

Sand dunes are a common feature of a sandy beach and many dunes are protected from heavy foot traffic. This is a bid to aid the regrowth of the grasses which hold the dunes together.

The wave action and gentle breeze along a beach (on a calm day) is for many a soothing motion for the soul and is a place to unwind. At the other end of the scale, storm watching has become a popular winter activity especially from the comfort of a warm and cozy lodge positioned along the fringe of a beach.

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Te Werahi Beach Sunset Picture New Zealand From the hills of Cape Reinga in New Zealand, visitors have stunning views of Te Werahi Beach and the Tasman Sea. During a typical west coast sunset, the scenery is ignited and the grasses glow in the golden light.	Surreal Coastal Sunset Picture West Coast Vancouver Island A surreal picture of water swirling around rocks set deep along the sandy coastal shores of South Beach in the Pacific Rim National Park on the West Coast of Vancouver Island at sunset.	Scenic Coastal Sunset Pacific Ocean West Coast Picture In typical West Coast style, a beautiful sunset lights the shores of the Pacific Ocean on Vancouver Island. This scenic coastal spot is South Beach in the popular Pacific Rim National Park near Tofino.
Aerial View Te Pukatea Bay Beach Abel Tasman National Park NZ A beautiful aerial view of the curved sandy beach of Te Pukatea Bay in the Abel Tasman National Park on the South Island of New Zealand. The Abel Tasman National Park covers an area of 22,530 hectares and is New Zealand's smallest national park.	Romantic Beach Vacation Lake Superior Ontario For a romantic weekend getaway or vacation, the shores of Lake Superior in the provincial park are the ideal destination in Ontario, Canada.	Delaps Cove Sunset Nova Scotia Brilliant colors fill the sky at sunset over the rocky beach at Delaps Cove in the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Beach Trips New Zealand Trips with Gannet Beach Adventures is an interesting way to explore Hawkes Bay on the North Island of New Zealand.	Paradise Te Pukatea Bay South Island NZ Te Pukatea Bay is a paradise for any visitor to Abel Tasman National Park on the South Island of New Zealand.	Ruby Beach Sunset Picture Sunset along the Pacific West Coast on Ruby Beach on the Olympic Peninsula, Washington, USA.
Beach Vacation Picture A popular activity during a vacation pn the Olympic Peninsula of Washington, USA is to watch the sunset over Ruby Beach.	Beachfront Camping Tofino Vancouver Island British Columbia There's nothing quite like pulling up to a camp site that's right on the beach. Beachfront camping is a unique experience and one found in a couple of campsites near the town of Tofino on the West Coast of the Vancouver Island in British Columbia.	Tide Pool Sea Life Tonquin Beach Tofino Vancouver Island An easily accessible beach from the town of Tofino on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, Tonquin Beach which is a small sandy stretch of shoreline, features occasional rocky outcrops such as this with a tide pool full of sea life.
Gillespies Beach Art Sunset West Coast New Zealand A beautiful sand and pebble beach on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand, Gillespies Beach is fringed by the rugged Tasman Sea and sand dunes - an art inspiring location no matter what the medium or time of day from sunrise to sunset.	Pacific Ocean Seascape Lennard Island Lighthouse Picture A boiling seascape of the Pacific Ocean as it lashes the shores of Cox Bay on the West Coast of Vancouver Island as Lennard Island Lighthouse stands high and dry on its rocky platform.	Stormy Pacific Ocean Coastal Sunset Picture An invigorating way to enjoy the sunset on a stormy evening is taking a walk along one of the many coastal shores near Tofino. During the winter months, the waves roll in off the Pacific Ocean and crash against the shores creating a grand spectacle.
Sunset Fillongley Provincial Park Denman Island British Columbia The picturesque Fillongley Provincial Park situated on Denman Island (off Vancouver Island) is a relatively small park with uninterrupted views of the Strait of Georgia making its beach ideal for strolling at sunset.	Abel Tasman Coastal Scenery Kayaking South Island New Zealand Kayakers take a rest along the Abel Tasman National Park beach front in the South Island of New Zealand. Sea kayaking is a popular tourist activity that offers spectacular views of the gorgeous coastal scenery of the park.	Kite Boarding Recreation Orewa Beach North Island New Zealand Kitesurfing, also known as kite boarding is a common activity on beaches such as the one here in Orewa, which is north of Auckland on the North Island of New Zealand. This is a sport that requires lots of good wind, so here is a prime location.
Great Lakes Vacation Lake Superior Provincial Park Ontario Footprints stroll along the beach at Katherine Cove in Lake Superior Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada. This is a peaceful, isolated vacation spot where you can walk on the beach and look out over Lake Superior - the largest of the Great Lakes.	Mission Bay Waitemata Harbour Auckland City North Island New Zealand An oasis in the city of Auckland on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour, Mission Bay is a suburb to the East of the city. Beautiful pohutukawa trees line the sandy beach separating the beach from the grassy area of the reserve.	Sand And Waves West Coast Tasman Sea South Island New Zealand A beautiful summer scene of soft sand and the constant waves of the Tasman Sea lapping at the shores of Kohaihai Beach on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. This beach, situated near the town of Karamea, is the start of the famous Heaphy Track.
Rocky Beach Delaps Cove Sunset Bay Of Fundy Evangeline Trail Nova Scotia The sun dips behind the horizon and shines its last rays of the day along the rocky beach at Delaps Cove, located in the Bay of Fundy along the Evangeline Trail in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada.	Tasman Sea Coastline West Coast South Island New Zealand Situated 22 kilometres west of the Fox Glacier townsite, the gravely shores of Gillespies Beach face the Tasman Sea coastline on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.	Footprints White Sand Crescent Beach Lockeport Lighthouse Route Nova Scotia A series of footprints in the white sand of Crescent Beach show evidence that someone has enjoyed a tranquile and beautiful walk along the beach. This white sandy beach is located in Lockeport, off Highway 3 on the Lighthouse Route in Nova Scotia.
Sea Lions New Zealand Marine Mammals Two New Zealand Sea Lions sun themselves on the beach at Waipapa Point in the Catlins along the Southern Scenic Route on the east coast of the South Island in New Zealand. These marine mammals breed and live around the coastlines of New Zealand.	Echo Valley Provincial Park Qu Appelle Saskatchewan Canada Covering an area of 654 hectares, the Echo Valley Provincial Park is a recreational spot situated in the beautiful Qu'Appelle Valley in Saskatchewan, Canada.	Last Mountain Lake Summer Vacation Rowans Ravine Provincial Park Saskatchewan Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer! A typical summer vacation scene on the shores of Last Mountain Lake at Rowan's Ravine Provincial Park in the prairie Province of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Beautiful Sunset Scenery Lake Superior Ontario Canada A coastline of granite outcrops and beautiful sandy beaches line the shores of the world's largest freshwater lake, Lake Superior which straddles the international borders of Ontario, Canada and the USA.	Tasman Sea Pukearuhe Historic Reserve Taranaki New Zealand The waves from the Tasman Sea surge along the black sand beach before reaching the white cliffs at the Pukearuhe Historic Reserve situated along the coast of Taranaki on the North Island of New Zealand.	Ripiro Beach Picture Seagulls Tasman Sea New Zealand Two seagulls wander the compacted sandy shores of Ripiro Beach at Glinks Gully on the North Island of New Zealand while a motorcyclist rides near the surf of the Tasman Sea.
Great Lakes Sunset Lake Superior Ontario Canada Seen from Agawa Bay, the glorious bright sun hovers on the horizon of Lake Superior, spreading the last rays of light on the wave tips just before sunset over the Great Lakes of Ontario, Canada.	Taranaki Whitecliffs Beach North Island New Zealand The Whitecliffs tower above the beautiful beach which runs the coastline on the North Taranaki Bight on the North Island of New Zealand.	Westland Sunset Gillespies Beach New Zealand Darkness begins to take over at Gillespies Beach in Westland, New Zealand as another beautiful day comes to a close but not before a sunset highlights the area in brilliant yellow hues.
Waves At Sandy Ship Creek Beach New Zealand Driving the Glacier Highway in Westland, NZ, the sandy beach at Ship Creek is a beautiful place to stroll as the waves break at your feet while you enjoy the coastline beauty and learn the history of the area.	San Miguel De Cabo De Gata Almeria Andalusia An old abandoned wooden boat along Playa de San Miguel del Cabo de Gata is bathed in the golden light of the afternoon sun along the Costa de Almeria. Playa de San Miguel is situated in the Parque Natural de Cabo de Gata in the Province of Almeria.	Katherine Cove Lake Superior Ontario Canada The relatively shallow waters of Katherine Cove on the shores of Lake Superior create the perfect destination for family fun. Katherine Cove is a day use area suitable for picnicking and swimming with children.
Footprints In The Sand Pancake Bay Provincial Park Beach The wide sweeping beach of Pancake Bay Provincial Park on the eastern shores of Lake Superior is the perfect place for travelers to relax and unwind. Walk barefooted along the fine sand beach leaving only your footprints!	Kiteboarding Holiday Orewa Beach New Zealand Many people who visit Orewa beach on the North Island of New Zealand, find kiteboarding the ideal way to spend their holiday.	Kiteboarding Location Orewa New Zealand A location many water enthusiasts call paradise is Orewa beach, just north of Auckland on the North Island of New Zealand.
Kitesurfing Techniques Orewa Beach New Zealand A man kitesurfing on Orewa beach on the North Island of New Zealand where he practices his techniques as the wind sweeps across the region.	Kite Surfing Holiday Orewa Beach New Zealand Many people find kite surfing on the beach in Orewa on the North Island of New Zealand the perfect way to spend their holiday.	East Coast Surfing Orewa Beach New Zealand On the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand at Orewa beach, kite surfing has become very popular due to the climate and conditions.