Best Beaches in Arizona 2026

Your complete guide to the top 46 beaches in Arizona

Arizona offers 46 incredible beaches, from pristine lakeshores to secluded coves. Whether you're looking for family fun, world-class surfing, or peaceful relaxation, we've researched every beach to help you find your perfect destination.

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  1. Lone Rock Beach
  2. Apache Lake
  3. Ashurst Lake
  4. Bartlett Lake
  5. Big Lake (AZ)
  6. Canyon Lake (Acacia)
  7. Cataract Lake
  8. Christopher Creek
  9. Crescent Lake (AZ)
  10. Dogtown Lake

2. Apache Lake

Apache Lake

Enjoy the refreshing lake waters of Apache Lake in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and water recreation.

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3. Ashurst Lake

Ashurst Lake

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Ashurst Lake in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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4. Bartlett Lake

Bartlett Lake

Enjoy the refreshing lake waters of Bartlett Lake in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and water recreation.

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5. Big Lake (AZ)

Big Lake (AZ)

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Big Lake (AZ) in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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6. Canyon Lake (Acacia)

Canyon Lake (Acacia)

Enjoy the refreshing lake waters of Canyon Lake (Acacia) in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and water recreation.

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7. Cataract Lake

Cataract Lake

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Cataract Lake in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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8. Christopher Creek

Christopher Creek

Discover the refreshing creek waters of Christopher Creek in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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9. Crescent Lake (AZ)

Crescent Lake (AZ)

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Crescent Lake (AZ) in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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10. Dogtown Lake

Dogtown Lake

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Dogtown Lake in Arizona. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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