The Underrated Beach With The Whitest, Most Pristine Sand In Minnesota
We all know that Minnesota has more than 10,000 lakes – 11,842, to be exact. And with those thousands of lakes comes 90,000 miles of shoreline. It should come as no surprise, then, that Minnesota has some truly outstanding beaches. From the pink of Iona’s Beach to the Black Beach of Silver Bay, there are as many unique beaches are there are lakes.
But are there any white-sand beaches like you’d see in a tropical resort? It turns out, there’s at least one. Your visit probably won’t come with a fruity drink, but the beauty of Minnesota’s whitest beach is more than worth a visit.
The beach at Zippel Bay State Park may have the whitest sand in Minnesota. It's located at 3684 54th Avenue Northwest in Williams, Minnesota.
If Williams doesn't ring a bell, don't worry. The tiny town is overshadowed by a huge lake. Zippel Bay State Park is located way up north, on the shores of Lake of the Woods.
The lake alone makes Zippel Bay worth the visit, but there are plenty of other amenities. Nicely wooded campsites offer shelter for those who stay overnight.
Of course, you'll want to get out on the boat, too. Lake of the Woods is enormous, containing over 14,000 islands and 65,000 miles of shoreline. It's one of the world's largest lakes.
The long, white beach is a favorite of swimmers in summer months. Long sandbars stretch far into the water, making it a great place to swim and explore.
Have you ever been to Zippel Bay State Park? Let us know what you thought! If you’re looking for another gorgeous lake to visit, check out the bluest lake in Minnesota.
Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 19 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at [email protected]
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