Is there anything better than a day at the beach? Whether you are on the rocky Brunswick Coast, or the large beaches of New Hampshire, we have some of our favorite beach recommendations, plus tides for each region! Check out our picks, and know exactly what time to move your towel!
Midcoast:
Our top picks for the Midcoast are:
MILE BEACH, GEORGETOWN
A long, wide, sandy beach known for being one of the best surfing spots In New England!
CEDAR BEACH, HARPSWELL
Cedar Beach is a treasure of a beach, with its beautiful sand and great tidal pools filled with sealife. Cook's Lobster House Beach is a sea glass lover's paradise.
POPHAM BEACH, PHIPPSBURGH
Popham Beach State Park is truly one of Maine’s rare geologic landforms. Visitors can see Fox and Wood islands offshore, and the Kennebec and Morse rivers border each end of the beach.
Greater Portland:
Our top picks for Greater Portland are:
WILLARD BEACH, SOUTH PORTLAND
Spread out in the sun and take in the views! Go for a refreshing swim, listen to the buoys clang offshore + watch the ferries and lobster boats ply the waters of the bay.
PINE POINT, SCARBOROUGH
A sandy beach located within a quaint residential neighborhood that dates back to the late 1800s.
CRESCENT BEACH, CAPE ELIZABETH
Enjoy gentle waves, sand dunes, and ocean breezes—perfect for swimming, sunbathing, strolling, and birding!
York County:
Our top picks for York County are:
FOOTBRIDGE BEACH, OGUNQUIT
A quiet Island getaway with a long stretch of sand, warm tide pools, and clear water!
GOOSE ROCKS, KENNEBUNKPORT
It is perfectly protected in a seaside crescent beach shape, so the surf is gentle and the sun is warm. Views of the Ocean, and outlying Timber Island and Timber Point offer pretty scenery.
YORK BEACH, YORK
On the south shore, the 1.5-mile Long Sands Beach offers a more laid-back vibe and tide pools.
Seacoast:
Our top picks for Seacoast are:
WALLIS SANDS BEACH, RYE
Enjoy oceanfront swimming, views of the Isles of Shoals, and a sandy beach.
SEAPOINT BEACH, KITTERY
A rugged and primitive beach that makes it just right for that off season or off-hour summer stroll.
JENNESS BEACH, HAMPTON
Lovely State Park Beach on a scenic stretch of Atlantic shore.
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