8 Reasons Why Clearwater Beach is #1

Wondering why year after year Clearwater Beach is among the top beaches in the country on everyone's list? Let us break it down for you.

A woman on Clearwater Beach stands and smiles away from camera with Pier 60 in the background

Clearwater Beach's powdery white sand is part of what makes it one of America's Best Beaches. The sand actually comes from the Appalachian Mountains and is made of quartz rather than sea shells.

Wonder what it takes to be named the #1 Beach in the U.S.? Let us be the judge! Home to Clearwater Beach, TripAdvisor’s #1 Beach in the U.S. for 2016, 2018 and 2019, we know all about what separates the best beaches from the rest. Sugar-white sand, warm Gulf waters and fiery sunsets are just a few ingredients that play into earning a shot at that coveted top spot. While the list is nearly endless, we’ve rounded up some of the top reasons Clearwater Beach is #1. Check it out below!