America’s Healthiest Beach and Lake Getaways

10. Provincetown, Massachusetts
This outermost tip of Cape Cod had the highest score in water quality of all our towns. “Both beaches, Herring Cove and Race Point, passed every water-quality test with flying colors,” judge Stoner says. Both offer kayaking, sailing, and even sand-dune hiking.

But the strong currents and big waves at Race Point are best reserved for advanced enthusiasts. The town is bike-friendly, too. So why did it come in at number 10? The hotels are on the expensive side, and there weren’t as many healthy-food options.

Stay here: At the Land’s End Inn (starting at $305 per night), you can have breakfast overlooking the water. The Anchor Inn Beach House (starting at $195 per night) will set up gear rentals and water excursions.