US East Coast beach with calm waves?

Question

I've been to several beaches in the MD, Delaware, NC and NJ but haven't seen a beach with calm waters. All the beaches have big waves and for surfing. Are there any beaches with calmer waters in the East Coast? Or do I have to go all the way to Caribbean to see calm beaches? Thanks

Answer 1

Go to Great Lakes beaches. Clean, clear, salt-free water, with little waves.

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Answer 2

i been to the east coast many times i wish i could fine these beaches with big waves that you speak of. Dont go to southern california beaches if you think waves on east coast are big..

Answer 3

I grew up near Va. Beach & the waves always seemed fairly calm to me there.

Answer 4

we go to gulf shores AL it is great..
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