The most charming coastal towns you can't find in California - You thought most of America's pristine beaches were in the Golden State, didn't you? Well, guess again! There are lovely seaside towns with dramatic shorelines, impressive wildlife, and adorable shops to be found from coast to coast. Check out the following gallery to see the most incredible beach towns in the US outside of California.

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Newport, RI - This glamorous stop in the Northwest boasts a harbor filled with elegant yachts, as well as Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Avenue.

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Shi Shi Beach, WA - This wildly popular camping spot is part of Washington's glorious Olympic National Park.

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Virginia Beach, VA - Nestled between Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, this coastal city is a favorite amongst locals and tourists alike. The Virginia Aquarium has anything from sea turtles to Komodo dragons.

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Provincetown, MA - This lively seaside town on the northern end of Cape Cod has a plethora of nightclubs, art galleries, and cabarets along Commercial Street.

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Oak Bluffs, MA - This adorable town on the island of Martha's Vineyard showcases picture perfect pastel abodes that look straight out of a fairytale.

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Wilmington, NC - This coastal city has seasides with a little something for everyone. Surfers head to beaches like Wrightsville, while families may go to Carolina for its lovely boardwalk.

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Montauk, NY - This village just east of Long Island is known for its powerful waves and stunning beaches, such as those in Hither Hills State Park.

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Asbury Park, NJ - The beachfront boardwalk in this small seaside city has an array of cafes, arcades, and delightful gift shops for visitors to choose from.

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Bar Harbor, ME - This sleepy town on Maine's Mount Desert Island is home to stunning cliffs from the nearby Acadia National Park, as well as crystal clear waters that are to die for.

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Paia, HI - While it would be simple to make an entire gallery about adorable Hawaiian beach towns, this laid-back surfer town in Maui is particularly special. A trip to the island would not be complete without seeing Paia Bay.

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Cannon Beach, OR - This tiny coastal city is home to beaches and coves that are truly out of this world. The massive moss-covered Haystack Rock protruding out of enchanting turquoise waters is a type of beauty photos can't fully capture.

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Fort Myers, FL - People might come to Fort Myers for the paradisical beaches, but they stay for the vibrant downtown and lovely waterfront eateries.

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Block Island, RI - The astonishing Mohegan Bluffs are truly a sight to behold with an 18th-century lighthouse sitting atop the clay cliffs and rocky beaches below.

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Bandon, OR - Relax on the beautiful Bandon Beach or take a hike up to the Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint if you want an impressive view of the enormous rock formations jutting out of the Pacific Ocean.

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Ocean Grove, NJ - This delightful resort town is known for its picturesque downtown as well as for its massive and magnificent pastel Victorian-style homes lining the seashore.

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Chincoteague, VA - The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge has a line of beautiful beaches where wild Chincoteague ponies roam free.

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Cape May, NJ - This oceanfront resort town is famous for its elegant Victorian homes as well as its impressive views from the Cape May Lighthouse.

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San Juan Islands, WA - The San Juan Islands are most famous for the extraordinary orca whale lookout at Lime Kiln Point State Park.

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Southport, NC - This sleepy seaside town in North Carolina has a quaint 9-acre park with porch swings and a fishing pier if you want to kick back for a day of rest and relaxation.

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Bay St. Louis, MS - The white-sand beaches in Bay St. Louis with warm and shallow waters are perfect for the whole family.

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Caswell Beach, NC - If you want a relaxed day of fly fishing and taking a long walk along the beach, then this is the place for you.

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Westport, WA - If you decide to visit this city in Grays Harbor County then be sure to go for a fishing trip on the Westport Charter.

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Tybee Island, GA - This barrier island near Savannah, GA is home to South Beach and a restored 18th-century lighthouse.

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Folly Beach, SC - This beach town just south of Charleston attracts tourists from all over with its 1,000 ft-long pier and dozens of swanky souvenir shops.

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Kill Devil Hills, NC - This small beachfront town is home to the iconic Wright Brothers National Memorial.

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Bald Head Island, NC - This small fishing village on the east side of the Cape Fear River boasts a stunning view of the ocean from the Bald Head Island Lighthouse.

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Hilton Head Island, SC - Part of South Carolina's lowlands, this island is known for its beaches and golf courses. However, if you want to get a taste of the outdoors and even spot an alligator, you can head to the nearby Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge.

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Traverse City, MI - You're in for a real treat if you stop by this midwestern city off of Lake Michigan during the National Cherry Festival.

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Sanibel Island, FL - Experience the outdoors up close and personal at the J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, which is home to over 250 species of birds.

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