Enjoy Maine's Beaches

Watching the waves from the Atlantic splash ashore is great any time of year, but during the summer, Maine’s beaches are full of locals and tourists alike as they escape the heat and enjoy the fresh sea air. The most popular beaches are located on the southern end of Maine’s shoreline, where they are easier to access, although lovely sandy beaches can be found all the way up the coast.

Kennebunk Beach (also known as Mother’s Beach) is well-loved for its superfine sand, and Wells Beach offers a mile and a half of beachfront, as well as an arcade, snack bar, and other amenities. Nature lovers will appreciate Sand Beach in Acadia National Park, while those who want plenty of space to roam will love the 3.5-mile-long stretch of Ogunquit Beach. The best beaches near Portland are often crowded in hot weather, but offer plentiful amenities and are close to other southern Maine attractions.

Old Orchard Beach is a family favorite for its festive seaside resort vibe; picturesque pier; and the excitement of New England’s only beachfront amusement park, Palace Playland Park. Another popular beach in the area is Crescent Beach on Cape Elizabeth, which offers a variety of terrain, with plenty of sandy beach, as well as wooded spots for shade, picturesque dunes, and craggy rocks. Therefore, this is one of the best things to do in Maine.

Official site: ps://mainebeach.com.au

Address: Willard Beach. end of Willard Street South Portland, ME, 04106

Phone: 207-646-2451

Entrance fee: the park entrance fee is $25 for cars, $20 for motorcycles and $12 for bicyclists or walkers (youths age 15 and younger, walkers, and bicyclists are admitted free)

Google rating: 5.0/5.0