17 Enchanting Photos Of Florida Beaches That Will Have You Packing Your Bags

Florida is nicknamed the Sunshine State, but the sand and surf here is just as beautiful as the sun. Florida is surrounded by some of the most dazzling seascapes in the country, and these gorgeous shots may be enough to inspire you to pack your bags for a beach vacation.

1. A thin ribbon of road hugs the turquoise curves of this Florida beach.

2. A tropical scene at Dry Tortugas National Park.

3. Palm trees, sea, sand and sun.

4. A blindingly beautiful day at Clearwater Beach

5. A gorgeous aerial view of Pensacola Beach.

6. This sorbet-colored Daytona Beach sunset is just awe-inspiring.

7. You really get a sense for the majesty of the ocean in this photo from Daytona Beach.

8. Bright umbrellas dot Miami-Dade County's Golden Beach in this shot.

9. St. Augustine from above is breathtaking.

10. A moody shot of Sarasota Beach.

11. Port Canaveral in Brevard County in a golden evening haze.

12. The mesmerizingly green waters of Tigertail Court on Marco Island.

13. A hidden beach tucked away near Jacksonville.

14. A surreal kite-surfing scene at South Beach in Miami.

15. A glittering shot of Venice Beach.

16. The calm waters and brooding palette of this shot gives us chills.

17. The sky glitters over the shore of Marineland.

Florida is basically a beach-lover's paradise. For more American beauty, check out these 19 photos that prove the south is one of the most stunning places on Earth.