1. Ogunquit, Maine
If its meaning is any indication, Ogunquit (which translates to "beautiful place by the sea") is a picture-perfect location for a wedding. Artists discovered the area over a century ago and helped to transform it into what it is today: a town that offers everything, from seaside relaxation to intimate museums, art galleries, and hikes in the mountains of Maine. Hold your ceremony along the one-and-a-quarter-mile stretch of beach known as Marginal Way, followed by a clambake cocktail hour and a feast of famous Maine lobster for dinner.
2. Crane Beach, Massachusetts
Crane Beach is noted as one of the most picturesque swimming beaches in all of New England, making it a stunning spot for your vows too. Located in Ipswich, it stretches over four miles of white sand, and serves as a natural barrier that protects the Essex River Estuary. It's a great spot for environment and animal lovers, as it is adjacent to the Crane Wildlife Refuge and provides an important habitat for many animals, plants, and fish.
3. Watch Hill, Rhode Island
Located between New York and Boston, Watch Hill is situated on a peninsula almost completely surrounded by ocean, affording Rhode Island's best sunset views. The town's name is derived from its French and Revolutionary War days, when it served as a strategic lookout point. Centuries of history are evident at every turn, and perhaps the most charming spot for photographs is The Flying Horses Carousel, touted as the oldest operating carousel in the country.
4. Cooper's Beach, New York
In 1640, English colonists moved to the area now known as Southampton, making it one of the oldest settlements in New York. It's no secret that the beaches are gorgeous and the location posh. But for every chic detail Southampton and its beaches has to offer, it's got the history and culture to match. Cooper's Beach is located in Southampton Village, and, in addition to being one of the area's most popular stretches of sand, is also dotted with historic mansions along its shores.
5. Avalon, New Jersey
Avalon projects a mile further into the Atlantic Ocean than any other neighboring island on the state's southern coast. Its peaceful atmosphere and seven miles of clean, inviting beaches make it a local favorite, meaning you're sure to love it too. Avalon is also known for its high dunes that preserve the beach, keeping it safe from erosion. They'll serve a dual purpose for your wedding, though: In addition to keeping the beach intact, the natural foliage and indigenous plants will make a perfect backdrop for your pictures.
6. Ocracoke Island, North Carolina
For the private yet laid-back couple, this island, located at the southernmost tip of the Outer Banks, boasts the perfect beaches. Only 800 residents live here year-round, and the 16 miles of unspoiled, undeveloped beaches are accessible only by ferry, private boat, or plane. For the best in historic backdrops, check out the island's white lighthouse, built in 1823. It's one of the oldest active lighthouses in the United States, and it serves as the most recognizable symbol of the island community.
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