Beaches – South Coast Beaches

Southern Maine Beaches

South Coast Maine Beaches, Kennebunkport, Kittery, Ogunquit, Old Orchard Beach, Saco, Wells

Maine BeachesThe most popular beaches in the state are located here in Southern Maine. Ogunquit Beach, Short Sands Beach, Long Sands Beach,  and the world-famous Old Orchard Beach is located here. Whatever your swimming or sunning preference, ocean beach or inland lakeshore or riverside, you’ll find plenty of great beaches and public swimming areas in the South Coast region of Maine. So, Hit the Beach… in Maine this Summer! Ask us about Maine beaches or share Maine beach comments. To feature your business in Maine’s Internet Magazine, contact us.

South Coast Maine Beaches & Public Swimming

Beachmere Inn Ogunquit Maine
Beachmere Inn, 62 Beachmere Place, Ogunquit, ME 03907 | 207-646-2021
Ocean front accommodations in the heart of Ogunquit on the Marginal Way with breathtaking ocean views. Luxury suites and unique rooms, fireplaces, kitchenettes, private balconies or patios. Enjoy an on-site spa, exercise room and hot tub. Reception rooms for weddings, meetings and events. Beachmere Inn is a leader in guest services, event coordination and hospitality. A stunning location perfect for weddings, elopements, vow renewals, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and even bachelor - bachelorette weekend getaways. Open year round. Walk to everything in town or enjoy drinks from our ocean view Blue Bistro.
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Dana Moos The Maine Team
Serving the Hospitality Industry, Selling the Hospitality Lifestyle | 207-266-5604
I'm a Maine Real Estate Broker, Hospitality Consultant, Hospitality Investor, Experienced Innkeeper and Cookbook Author. I've been an inn broker since 2008 with over 100 million dollars in sales and am very well versed in the industry. Whether you're a buyer or seller, I'll help you understand the nuances of a hospitality transaction and guide you through the intricate steps. My strengths in marketing, financing, understanding of tourism, hospitality and my creative vision will help sellers transition smoothly from on market to closing and to help buyers pursue and live their dreams, successfully.
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Old Orchard Beach MaineOld Orchard Beach, Maine

Old Orchard Beach, Maine – Voted Maine’s #1 beach every year by Maine’s largest newspaper. Seven miles of great sand, amusement parks, food and games. Old Orchard Beach Pier, Amusement Park, Ferris Wheel, Restaurants. Metered street parking and several lots. Lifeguards.

York Maine Inn BeachesYork Maine Beaches

Harbor Beach
Scenic sandy beach with gentle surf in York Harbor. Parking is free but limited for this small beach off Route 1A at the entrance to Harbor Park. Portable restrooms are available at Harbor Beach Road. Lifeguards on duty end of June to Labor Day.

Long Sands Beach
As the name implies this is a long sandy beach with designated surfing area. Metered parking is available along Route 1A for the entire length of the beach. Restrooms are available at the Bathhouse near Oceanside Ave. Lifeguards are on duty end of June to Labor Day.

Short Sands Beach
Sandy beach with gentle surf. Metered parking in the lot off Rt 1A. Showers, changing area, and toilets. Easy to walk to shops and amusements adjacent to the beach. Lifeguards are on duty end of June to Labor Day.

Ogunquit Beach VacationsOgunquit Maine Beaches

Ogunquit Beach
Soft white sand and warm surf. Popular with families. Accessible by trolley and several parking areas. Restrooms and snack bars. Considered one of the prettiest 3.5 miles of peninsula beach in the country. Lifeguards.

Footbridge Beach
Beachgoers walk over footbridge to get to this less crowded section of beach. Snack bar and restrooms. Lifeguard patrolled.

Moody Beach
Bourne Avenue in Moody. Parking fee per per day.

Wells Beach Wells Maine Beaches

Drakes Island Beach
Limited parking at lot on eastern end of Drakes Island Road. Toilet facilities and lifeguards.

Wells Beach
Parking stickers available at Town Hall. Wonderful, long, sandy beach. Toilet facilities and lifeguards.

Crescent Beach
Lesser-known section of beach located between Wells and Moody. Parking at Gold Ribbon Avenue lot, from Webhannet Drive. Lifeguards.

Kennebunk / Kennebunkport Maine Beaches

Kennebunk Beach MaineKennebunk Beach
Fine sand beach, popular for swimming and surfing. Length 820 yds. Parking alongside road.

Mother’s Beach
Short sandy section of perfect sand beach which is well protected. Playground. Stickers required, available at Town Hall. No facilities. Lifeguard on duty.

Gooch’s Beach

Largest part of Kennebunk Beach, along Beach Avenue, with talcum powder sand. Parking sticker required, available at Town Hall. No snack bar. Portable toilets. Lifeguards.

Middle Beach
Rocky section of Kennebunk Beach between Mother’s and Gooch’s with pretty black stones. Sticker also required.

Colony Beach
At the mouth of the Kennebunk River lies this 150-foot beach. Limited parking. No lifeguard.

Cleaves Cove Beach
Secluded and scenic beach off Ocean Avenue. No parking. No facilities. No lifeguards.

Biddeford / Saco Maine Beaches

Hills Beach
530-yd sand spit protecting tidal basin. Fine swimming beach, birdwatching. Nearby Facilities, Limited Parking.

Biddeford Pool Beach
Two mile sandy beach with gentle surf. Sticker required from Biddeford Town Hall. Bathhouse and Lifeguard.

Fortune’s Rocks Beach
Small sandy beach. Lifeguards. Parking Fee.

Ferry Beach State Park
Sheltered from wind, natural sand dunes. Facilities, picnic area and nature trails.

Kittery Maine Beaches

Seapoint Beach
Crescent Beach on the North side of a tiny peninsula backed by marsh. Beach length: 550 yds. Good birdwatching. No facilities, limited parking. Dogs allowed on leash after 5:00 pm.

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Beachwear – Beach Blankets & More

  • SHIBUMI SHADE BEACH CANOPY: Beach time just got better with the Shibumi Shade. Ideal for groups of 3-6 people, the Shibumi Shade provides 150 square feet of shade and UPF 50+ sun protection with room leftover for bags, coolers and beach gear.
  • ORIGINAL WIND-POWERED SUN SHADE: Designed to float on the ocean breeze, Shibumi Shade sails with as little as 3 mph of wind. Unlike traditional beach umbrellas and tents, it won't blow away or break in the wind. (Requires wind to function properly.)
  • LIGHTWEIGHT AND EASY TO CARRY: Ready for any beach adventure, Shibumi Shade weighs only 4 pounds and folds into a compact size. With a portable carrying bag included, you can take the Shibumi Shade with you on every beach trip.
  • ASSEMBLES IN 3 MINUTES: Skip the complicated sun shades and corkscrew anchors – set up Shibumi Shade with just one set of hands. Face the wind directly, plant poles in the sand, and relax. (Detailed instructions included.)
  • MADE FROM RECYCLED PLASTIC: We believe in leaving the beach better than we found it. That's why the Shibumi Shade canopy is made from 40% ocean-bound recycled plastic bottles. It's better for you and better for the beach.
  • Fun, durable water table with fishing game and counting play
  • Catch, collect and count your fish before releasing them with a splash
  • Fill the fishbowl until it tips over and splashes down in a wave
  • Use the launcher to fling the critters onto the spinning lily pad in the center of the table
  • Includes fishing pole, 5 floating critters, water cup and fishing net
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  • Where freshness smells from
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  • Versatile Design: Built-in ZIPPERED DOOR ensures privacy while changing into dry clothes. LARGE MESH WINDOWS and double guyout points allows for excellent ventilation and refreshing breezes. Additionally, the overhead MESH POCKETS provide convenient storage for valuable items.
  • [Compact Yet Spacious]: Our crossbody bag for men and women measures 34 x 15 x 8 cm (13.8 x 5.9 x 3.1 inch) with 4L capacity. The front section of the main compartment features a zippered pocket and double-layered 2-grid pockets, while the rear section serves as an electronics storage compartment, easily accommodating items such as phones, Switch, or iPad Mini. The divider has four elastic bands for neatly organizing items like data cables.
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  • [What You Get] : Black sling bag*1, Exquisite packaging box*1, worry-free 12-month warranty.
  • Criss cross one piece bathing suits: Cutout design on front and back, adds a little flirtiness and fashionable to this classic swimsuit. The back tie knot and adjustable shoulder straps fit your body curves perfectly.
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  • Versatile Style - Our linen pants with pockets are perfect for any occasion! Wear them around the house or out running errands. Pair with a beach bag, boho hat, slipper, or simple tee - great for new moms!
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  • One Size Bikini Cover Up Shirt fit S-XL,Bust:48.8" Shoulder:18.89" Length:32.6"
  • Light weight soft fabric,comfortable loose casual tunic style,Sexy beachwear,swimwear for women
  • Linen Polyester material,Button down shirt blouses tops with collar design
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  • Swimsuit cover up is good choice for beach,party,daily wear,swimming pool,street
  • One size swimsuit cover up fits sizes S, M, L. Length: 27.6" Shoulder: 21.3" Bust: 43.3"
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  • Versatile clothes that can be used on multiple occasions: daily loungewear, beach outfit, bathing suit cover up
  • This sexy crochet top is made of lightweight fabric and will float with the wind. Wear it, and you will love the feeling when blowing the wind by the beach
  • With a loose neckline, you can choose different ways to wear it according to your preferences: wear it as a regular beach top or pull it a little off the shoulder to look sexier
  • Size Guide: S=US 4-6, M=US 8-10,L=US 12-14,XL=US 16-18 High Quality Stretchy And Soft Fabric Made The Dressy Jumpsuit Works With Most Body Types, And Provides You The Ultimate Comfy Wearing Experience.
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  • FASHION JUMPSUITS FOR WOMEN: Great With Jacket, Sneakers, Sandals, Heels And Hat For Stylish Looks. A Perfect Jumpsuit For Beach, Party, Vacation, Office, Street Wear, Cocktail, Daily Life And Other Occasions In Summer.
  • CASUAL PANTS ROMPER: Women Off Shoulder Jumpsuit Can Be Worn Both At Home And Outdoor Thanks To The Long Pants Romper Comes Comfy And Style Together. Ladies One Piece Outfits Is The Must Have Item In Women’s Wardrobes To Meet You Daily Needs.
  • Size - S=US(4-6), M=US(8-10), L=US(12-14), XL=US(16-18), XXL=US(20-22), see details in rich description
  • Feature - Smocked high waist, wide leg, loose fit lounge pants with pockets, linen beach pants for women cover up, flowy dressy pants comfy and chic
  • Occasion - Linen pants perfect for daily life, yoga, jogging, hiking, night out, outdoor activities, casual wear, home wear, streetweat, going out, vacation or beach wear, maternity
  • Style - Lounging in linen is a dream in the weston linen pocketed smocked pants that feature a black hue with an elastic smocked waist and side pockets for convenience
  • Wash - Simply machine or hand wash it/ air dry recommend / do not bleach/ do not use dryer
  • Size - Choose the perfect fit from S=US(2-4), M=US(6-8), L=US(10-12), XL=US(14-16),XXL=US(18-20). For detailed size information, check our rich description
  • Features - This 2 piece outfit features a sleeveless round neck crop top, wide-leg cropped pants, button back, high waist, and a wide waistband for added comfort.
  • Occasion - From summer parties to casual tourism, this trendy two-piece outfit is perfect for every occasion. Make it a must-have for your daily wear, weekend family parties, and vacations.
  • Stylish Outfit Set - Embrace effortless style with this set that combines perfect length and high-quality lightweight fabrics for a comfortable experience all day long. With a cozy elastic waist, it's perfect for any occasion, from everyday wear to lounging or even beach vacations and workouts!
  • Washing - Dry clean recommended to avoid shrunk.
  • [TSA ACCEPTED LUGGAGE LOCKS] The Fosmon TSA lock allows your luggage to be checked without damage to the lock. The TSA agent will open and relock your luggage after inspection, giving you peace of mind.
  • [STURDY AND DURABLE] The zinc alloy body of the lock and the hardened steel shackle are light and strong, designed to withstand the rigors of baggage handling during your travel.
  • [ROTATING DIAL COMBINATION] You can set and reset the lock with hundreds of possible combinations, making it harder to crack. Please follow the provided directions for the initial reset.
  • [UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY] In addition to travel, this TSA accepted lock can be used for various lockers, such as hostels, gym, water parks, gun cases, etc. for safety and security.
  • [LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY] Join millions of satisfied customers with our limited lifetime warranty, backed by our experienced and dedicated USA based customer service.
  • Linen Material -- Men beach 2 piece outfits are made of linen blend fabric. Soft, breathable and easy to the touch, stay cooler, relaxed fit on a hot summer day.
  • Vintage Classic Set -- With the cooperation of classic and stylish design, cuban collar shirts and loose long pants, inspired by the retro 1960s pool parties and beach wedding days, to make this matching linen button down shirts and pants are on-trend.
  • Casual Linen 2 Piece Outfits -- The short sleeve button down shirts with camp collar, a chest pockt and a untucked design complete your vacation look. The linen beach pants features elastic drawsring waist, two front pockets and open bottoms, provides enough waist and leg room to move more freely.
  • Occasions -- The guayabera shirts summer set perfect for daily wear, sun beach, wedding, tropical theme, camp, cruise, havana, vacation, birthday party, vacation or any casual wear. Match sunglasses to create a fashionable leisure style, or pair with sandals and a sun hat for beachwear.
  • Warm Tips --- Suitable for hand and machine wash at 40℃. Please refer to our size chart carefully before you order. If you have any issues with our linen outfits set, please feel free to contact us.
  • Zip closure/ With thin belt, soft & draped, Thick, without lining, BUT lining in bust.
  • The satin midi formal dress, Sleeveless, thin adjustable Spaghetti Strap, Cowl neck, Low Scooped Back, Backless, Elegant, Chic, Vintage, Cocktail Midi Dresses.
  • Ocassion/Wedding/Party/Cocktail/Dinner/Club/Night out
  • Hand Wash Only
  • [High Definition UV400 Lenses] These SOJOS oval sunglasses for women and men have HD lenses, which can reduce glare from sunshine and shield your eyes from dangerous UVA and UVB rays to prevent long-term damage.
  • [Attractive Sunglasses] These trendy oval sunglasses are intended for both men and women who value style and individuality. Beginning with the prominent face front and slightly encircling lenses. Go wild and let your unique sense of style shine. You can embrace your light collection.
  • [Perfect for Outdoor] For outdoor activities like selfie-taking, shopping, driving, travelling, cycling, climbing, and fishing, these SOJOS vintage oval sunglasses are the ideal option. They are also excellent as an accent and daily wear all year round.
  • [Multiple Lens Colors] Choose from a variety of frame colors, lens colors, and lens treatments when purchasing these SOJOS classic oval sunglasses.Choose a color scheme that complements your personal brand and sense of style.
  • [Package Dimensions and Contents] The sunglasses dimension is: lens width: 55mm (2.16 inches), lens height: 39.8mm (1.55 inches), temple length: 145mm (5.71 inches) and nose bridge: 18mm(0.71inches). The package oval sunglasses*1, microfiber pouch*1, microfiber glasses cleaning cloth*1, glasses box*1.
  • Black/Dark Grey
  • Size 49/20/145
  • 2-Year International Warranty
  • Non Polarized
  • [Stylish Aviator Design] An elegant plastic black, tortoise, cream,pink shiny finish elevates the aviator design even further. This sleek pair is all you need to add a little more punch to your appearance. The gorgeous frame fits any face with its plush nose cushions and is ideal for any day with sunshine.
  • HIGH-DEFINITION UV400 LENSES – SojoS high quality UV403 lenses can filter out sunlight reflected glare and protect your eyes from long term damage by blocking harmful UVA and UVB rays.
  • PERFECT DECORATION –These SojoS fashion sunglasses are the perfect choice for outdoor activities such as taking selfies,shopping,driving,traveling,and are suitable as a high fashion accessory and daily wear all year round.With feminine colors,these are perfect sunglasses that you can change out with your outfits.
  • PRODUCT DIMENSION – Lens Width: 54mm(2.13inches) | Lens Height: 46mm(1.81inches) | Temple Length: 151mm(5.94inches) | Nose Bridge: 21mm(0.83inches).
  • GIFT IDEAS PACKAGE – Sunglasses*1, microfiber pouch*1, microfiber glasses cleaning cloth*1,glasses paper box*1.It is also a gift packaged ready, making it a wonderful yet practical gift idea for friends and family!
  • Frame Type Full Rim
  • Not Polarized
  • Product Dimensions: 53 / 18 / 140
  • Frames have a direct impact on your face shape - to give balance and proportions to the face, the frame shape should be in contrast with the face shape. This Irregular model looks best on Oval-Heart-Square-Round faces
  • UV400 POLARIZED TAC LENSES - SojoS polarized TAC lenses can filter out sunlight reflected glare, and protect your eyes from long-term damage by blocking harmful UVA and UVB rays.
  • RETRO VINTAGE DOUBLE BAR AVIATOR STYLE - These classic double bar square frame can match with various facial shapes.
  • HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS - These SojoS square aviator sunglasses are made of high-quality frame material, UV400 lenses, solid metal hinges, all the details ensuring you a long time using.
  • PRODUCT DIMENSION - Lens Width: 55mm | Lens Height: 52mm | Temple Length: 141mm | Nose Bridge: 18mm
  • GIFT IDEAS PACKAGE - Sunglasses*1, microfiber pouch*1, microfiber glasses cleaning cloth*1, glasses box*1.

Maine Beaches & Public Swimming

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Discover Maine Beaches by region. Aroostook, Downeast, Katahdin, Kennebec, Lakes, Mid-Coast, Portland and South-Coast.

Aroostook ME Beaches
Fort Kent, Houlton, Presque Isle
Downeast & Acadia ME Beaches
Bar Harbor, Blue Hill, Deer Isle, Eastport, Lubec, Cherryfield, Machias
Katahdin & Moosehead ME Beaches
Bangor, Brewer, Greenville, Lincoln, Millinocket, Orono
Kennebec & Moose River ME Beaches
Augusta, Skowhegan, Waterville, The Forks
Lakes & Mountains ME Beaches
Auburn, Lewiston, Norway, Bethel, Farmington, Naples
Midcoast ME Beaches
Bath, Boothbay Harbor, Camden, Rockland, Brunswick, Belfast, Searsport
Greater Portland ME Beaches
Portland, Freeport, Yarmouth, Westbrook, Cape Elizabeth
South Coastal ME Beaches
Biddeford, Kennebunk, Kittery, Ogunquit, Old Orchard Beach, Saco, Wells, York

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