Southern Maine Beaches
Ogunquit Beach, Kennebunkport, Kittery, Old Orchard Beach, York, Wells
The most popular beaches in the state are located 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.
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South Coast Maine Beaches & Public Swimming
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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The Cliff House, 591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick, ME, 03902
A top-rated Maine Resort and Spa. On premisses dining with an ocean view at Nubb's Lobster Shack. This seafood restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at The Tiller Restaurant - also Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With two pools, and sensational views Cliff House is an an excellent choice for your couples getaway. Visit current availabilities and special rates.
The Cliff House - Cape Neddick, ME
Old 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 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 a 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 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 the footbridge to get to this less crowded section of the beach. Snack bar and restrooms. Lifeguard patrolled.
Moody Beach
Bourne Avenue in Moody. Parking fee per day.
Wells Maine Beaches
Drakes Island Beach
Limited parking at the lot on the eastern end of Drakes Island Road. Toilet facilities and lifeguards.
Wells Beach
Parking stickers are available at Town Hall. Wonderful, long, sandy beach. Toilet facilities and lifeguards.
Crescent Beach
Lesser-known section of the beach is located between Wells and Moody. Parking at the Gold Ribbon Avenue lot, from Webhannet Drive. Lifeguards.
Kennebunk / Kennebunkport Maine Beaches
Kennebunk 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. A sticker is 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 dunes. Facilities, picnic area, and nature trails.
Kittery Maine Beaches
Seapoint Beach
Crescent Beach is on the North side of a tiny peninsula backed by marsh. Beach length: 550 yds. Good birdwatching. No facilities, and limited parking. Dogs are allowed on leash after 5:00 pm.
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- High-Quality Travel Umbrella: Our black umbrella for rain is crafted with premium materials, ensuring excellent quality and durability. Perfect for any weather, it's a must-have small travel umbrella for all occasions.
- Strong and Windproof: Engineered with a double-vented canopy and sturdy fiberglass covered frame, our windproof umbrella withstands strong winds and rain. Ideal for travelers needing a reliable, wind-resistant umbrella.
- Easy To Use Auto Open Close Umbrella: Our collapsible umbrella features an auto open/close function for convenience. It's lightweight and compact, making it a perfect portable umbrella for travel, purse, backpack or car.
- Built to Last Durability: This travel umbrella compact offers great value with its durable design and premium features. It's a heavy-duty umbrella that provides excellent protection against rain and wind at an affordable price.
- Weather Proof and Lightweight: With a waterproof-coated canopy, this small umbrella repels water and provides UV protection. It's lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry and store anywhere
- 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
- SHIBUMI SHADE BEACH CANOPY: Beach time just got better with the Shibumi Shade. Ideal for groups of up to 8 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.
- WIND ASSIST INCLUDED: No wind? No Problem. Meet the Wind Assist. This handy accessory attaches to the corners of your Shibumi Shade canopy, anchoring each side with sandbags to create a tent-like shape. Best for those times on the beach when there's barely a breeze, the Wind Assist helps provide shade even in tricky wind conditions.
- The Summer by Bright Starts Pop N Jump SE with Canopy Activity Center is a compact portable jumper that sets up in seconds to give babies a fun, comfortable space to play.
- The space saver portable jumper is designed for indoor and outdoor use; removable canopy provides shade; Dimensions: 30.25 x 9.75 x 9.75 inches
- 3 adjustable heights to grow with baby; little ones will love the sensory toys including a spinner ball, rattle, teether, and mirror book
- For ages 6 to 12 months or up to 25 pounds; Easy to clean design with machine washable jumper seat
- With an innovative pop and fold design, lightweight Pop ‘N Jump sets up fast and easy and packs up into the included travel bag with shoulder strap.
- The Trend Era of Puffer Bag is Approaching: "A puffer bag can effortlessly complement various outfits," says Brenda Iris, image consultant, stylist, and founder of Mindful Styling in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Compact Size: Size: 16.1'' x 6.1''x 12.2'', Capacity 20L. The quilted tote bag suitable daily necessities such as 15.6'' laptops, Umbrella, water cup, power banks, clothes, shoes, etc. The zipper closure design ensures the safety.
- Ultra Lightweight Material : Weighs only 0.99 pounds. Made of durable, soft and light taslan fabric. The puffer tote bag is easy to carry. Good choice of travel bag.
- Multi-pocket: The women tote bag feasures many separate pockets. 1 multiple layer main compartment can easily hold 15.6'' laptop computer, A4 folder, clothes, etc. 2 side widen pocket + 1 front pocket allow you quick access the items you need. Refusing backpacks like turtle shells, you deserve a large and stylish tote bag.
- Versatile Tote: It can be used as a work bag, laptop bag, gym bag, beach tote bag, casual shoulder bag, or travel bag. Suitable for work, beach, travel, shopping, gym and more occasion
- Material: This beach bikini cover-up dress is made of polyester, very comfortable and quick-drying. The soft, breathable, lightweight material ensures comfort and keeps you cool in hot weather
- One Size: Length: 37.8 inch, Bust: 41.73 inch (non-stretch fabric), this is a loose-fit style, suitable for individuals 5.25 feet and taller
- Design: This loose, long V-Neck Lace beach cover-up dress is designed to perfectly conceal waist fat. The intricate patterns and meticulous stitching outline perfect lines. The lightweight, transparent lace mesh beach dress is more breathable in summer, with a slit hem that adds a flowing touch and enhances your figure
- Fashionable Wear: Our beach cover-up dress is perfect for wearing over bikinis, swimsuits, jeans, bikinis, shorts, tank tops, camisoles, shirts, pants, dresses, and clogs—perfect for spring to summer inspired looks. It also makes an excellent choice for a honeymoon gift
- Occasions: The casual beach swimwear bikini cover-up dress makes you look sexier. Ideal for water parks, clubs, patio bars, poolside, beach, swimming pool, streetwear, dinner, evenings, parties, honeymoons, date nights, weekends, holidays, vacations, travel, pregnancy, birthdays, wedding guests, shopping, lounging around the house, and more
- Care Tips: Hand wash in cold water is recommended, avoid bleach to preserve the lace details. Dry flat or hang in a cool, ventilated place, away from direct sunlight. Avoid washing with rough items to prevent snags or damage, enhancing the garment's durability
- Style: Women's V-Neck Lace Beach Swimwear Bikini Cover-Up Dress
- Fabric: Rubber
- Rubber sole
- Textured footbed
- Fabric: This women tummy control swimsuit is made of stretchy, breathable, soft, and durable material with full lining for coverage and support. Bathing suit for women, ensuring a comfortable fit all day long.
- Slimming & Stylish: The women one piece swimsuit features a mesh sheer v-neck and sarong wraps that provide a stylish and sexy look. The tummy control and ruched design flatter your figure, combining modesty with a touch of sexiness.
- Moderate Coverage & Supportive: This swimdress has a built-in bottom and an adjustable drawstring for a customizable fit, providing confidence and comfort. Adjustable wide straps and removable triangular pads offer added support.
- Occasion: This full coverage slimming swimsuit with a skirt is perfect for beach vacations, pool parties, and water activities. Designed to make you feel confident and stylish whether lounging, swimming, or enjoying a resort getaway.
- Note: It arrived in a vacuum bag so there are some wrinkles, buit it's all good after a wash. We suggest that you have your body measurements taken first, and then refer to our size chart before ordering, S=US 2-4, M=US 6-8, L=US 10, XL=US 12.
- 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
- Womens Dressy Casual Sandals: Elegant and trendy style. Soft cloth bow knot strap sandals can dress up and down to match cute dress, trending jeans, stylish cloth. Premium arches thick cushion foam serve walking on cloud comfort
- Cushioned Yoga Mat Footbed: Made with memory foam EVA give sandles extra cushioning and better foot care for all day walking, lightweight classy sandals are good for resort travel, vacation, wedding bride or bridal and work in office
- Comfort Arch Support: Supportive every step of your feet anywhere and relieves the fatigue of walking. Women's orthopedic sandals relax feet for long distance walk, improve your gait and lessen foot issues like Plantar Fasciitis
- Non-Slip Rubber Sole: Deep texture waterproof tread function with perfect traction and grip to ensure the best protection, gives you peace of mind when summer pool beach partys or bath, shower in bathroom
- Partner for Summer: Classic flat sandals are perfect for various outfits and scenes. These Pretty sandals can match y2k tops,workout sets,lounge shorts, resort wear, going out outfits and fashion swimsuits
- Meterial: Made with high-quality Polyester material, this cover up is lightweight, breathable, and super comfortable. It will protect your skin from the hot summer sun while keeping you looking stylish and elegant.
- Size: Fits US Size M L XL XXL,Length: 31.1".It is perfect for any occasion, whether you're lounging at the beach, taking a dip in the pool, or enjoying water sports. You can wear it alone or pair it with shorts and sandals for a complete summer look.
- Features:V-neck and drawstring design on the two sides,The V-neck design adds a touch of charm and femininity, making you look more sexy and attractive. You can easily adjust the drawstring design on the two sides to your desired height, giving you the option to choose a tighter or more draped look.
- Occasion: This beach dress cover up perfect for wearing at beach, swimming pool, poolside tanning salon, and Water Park. It is also a good choice for honeymoon gift.It must be your first choice when you are looking for a coverup.Get ready to turn heads on the beach with the HARHAY Women's Summer Swimsuit Bikini Cover up. Don't miss out on this versatile and stylish addition to your summer wardrobe!
- Attention:1.Colors may appear slightly different via website due to computer picture resolution and monitor settings.2.To prevent stretching and snagging do not machine wash please.Hand-Wash Only.
- Size - S=US(4-6), M=US(8-10), L=US(12-14), XL=US(16-18), XXL=US(20-22).see details in ruch description.
- Features - This Hollow Out Cover Up design round neck,mini dress length,long sleeve,knit crochet swimsuit,sheer beach cover up.
- Occasion - This beach dress cover up perfect for wearing at beach, swimming pool, poolside tanning salon, and Water Park. It is also the good choice for honeymoon gift.
- Fabric - this beach cover up made of 100% acrylic.Soft and comfortable.
- Wash - Hand wash recommend. Machine wash. Air dry. Do not use dryer.
- Material: 65% Nylon, 35% Rayon, lace detail, soft, breathable and lightweight, very comfortable, quick-drying
- Fashion Design: Contrast lace plunging v-neck cover-up, hollow, 3/4 sleeve, sheer mesh beach dress, Flower pattern, hem flowy cover-ups. Covers all the right areas. It's stylish and cute but sexy
- About Size: This product is a loose fit. One Size fits size M-2XL(US=6-16W); Plus size fits size 2XL-4XL(US=16W-22W ); Small size fits size S (US=4-6)
- Match: Feel free to match various colors and styles of swimsuits. It can also perfectly cover the waist fat, modifying your figure. Hand wash with cold water/Do not bleach or tumble dry warm
- Occasion: Casual swimsuit cover-ups perfect for wearing at the beach, swimming pool, and water park, daily clothing matching. Fit for summer holidays, weekends, resort, cruise outfits, honeymoon dress bathing suits
- Material - 100% Acrylic
- Material Type - Stretch : Slight, Thickness : Medium, Softness : soft
- Fit Type - Loose, XS=US(0-2), S=US(4-6), M=US(8-10), L=US(12-14), XL=(16-18). More details in rich description.
- Washing - Machine washable, hand washes cold, dry flat in shade. Do not bleach.Do not iron
- Features - Elevate your beach style with this stunning knit crochet mini dress featuring a chic round neck and sleeveless design for ultimate comfort and style. Perfect for the beach, pool, water park or tanning salon. Feel gorgeous and confident all summer long!
- 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.
- Slimming tummy control one piece swimsuits: The ruched design of the waist gives you some coverage while also being stylish. The high cut design makes your legs look more longer and shows your figure perfectly.
- Push up one piece swimsuits for women: The non-removable padded and adjustable spaghetti straps can fix the one-piece swimsuit well, give you more support, and make you more relaxed when playing.
- Occasion: This swimsuit is best for summer swimming wear, making you more charming during beach vacations, swimming in the pool, honeymoon in Hawaii, cruise vacation, etc.
- Material: The smooth fabric is elastic, soft, and comfortable, ensuring you enjoy wearing it. The soft lining gives you extra protection.
- Move effortlessly through life with Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Capture photos and videos, listen to music, make hands-free calls or ask Meta AI* questions on-the-go
- Take on life with AI* that helps you flow through your day. When activated, Meta AI can analyze your surroundings and provide context-rich suggestions
- With live translation, you can hear translations in real-time between French, Italian, Spanish and English, no wifi needed
- Capture exactly what you see and hear with an upgraded ultra-wide 12 MP camera and five-mic system. Livestream it on Facebook and Instagram
- Listen to music and more with discreet open-ear speakers that deliver rich, quality audio without blocking the ambient noises around you
- Instantly flip between your phone’s camera and the hands-free POV camera on your glasses, giving the person you’re calling a whole new view
- [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 UV400 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 – Frame Width:145mm(5.70inches) | Lens Width: 54mm(2.13inches) | Lens Height: 46mm(1.81inches) | Temple Length: 146mm(5.75inches) | 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!
- HIGH-DEFINITION POLARIZED LENSES – SojoS's HD TAC polarized lenses can filter out sunlight reflected glare, and protect your eyes from long-term damage by blocking 99% of UV rays
- LIGHTWEIGHT MATERIALS – Crafted from premium Polycarbonate material, these sunglasses are designed to be lightweight yet durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear. Enjoy a comfortable fit that lasts with solid metal hinges and UV400 lenses for ultimate protection from the sun's harmful rays. Perfect for any gender and all weather conditions.
- FASHION UNIQUE DESIGN – These SojoS sunglasses are the perfect choice for outdoor sports and activities such as shopping, driving, walking, traveling, and are suitable as a high fashion accessory and daily wear all year round.
- PRODUCT DIMENSION – Lens Width: 48mm(1.89inches) | Lens Height: 42mm(1.65inches) | Temple Length: 147mm(5.79inches) | Nose Bridge: 18mm(0.71inches).
- GIFT IDEAS PACKAGE – Sunglasses*1, microfiber pouch*1, microfiber cleaning cloth*1, glasses box*1. It is also a gift packaged ready, making it a wonderful yet practical gift idea for friends and family!
- VINTAGE DESIGN - Not only is the simple and compact design makes thick frame looks very delicately,but also the rectangle shape frame makes the overall look of the sunglasses more retro.
- HIGH QUALITY - Lightweight plastic frame, thick but slim , not easily deformed, no metal material, long wear does not press nose give you a unique and comfortable wearing experience.
- UV400 PROTECTION - 100% UV400 eye protection effectively filters & blocks glares.Keep your eyes healthy and gives you a natural & clear vision, durable & shatterproof.
- SUITABLE - Perfect choice for outdoor activities such as walking, driving, shopping, travelling, taking photos, and is suitable as high fashion accessory and daily wear all year round.
- BUTABY's Motto - At BUTABY,our motto is that no need to pay a fortune to get a perfect pair of sunglasses.We are glad to have achieved balance between Quality, Fashion and Price.
- 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
Maine Beaches & Public Swimming

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