Maine
Beaches
BeachesEnjoy the salty air and the sounds of the waves washing on the shore….
The Maine coastline is hard to beat – especially for families. Maine’s beautiful sandy beaches and amazing seascapes, are also ideal for families with the soft sand and gentle waves. So grab your swimsuit & towel, pack your coolers if you choose, and check out some of our favorite Maine beaches.
A few questions people ask:
The best time to visit Maine is from late spring to early fall. During this time, these northern latitudes enjoy long, largely sunny days and pleasantly warm temperatures perfect for hiking, kayaking, and lounging on the beach.
Maine Beach water temperatures peak in the range 17 to 20°C (63 to 68°F) on around the 8th of August and are at their lowest on about the 1st of March, in the range 2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F). The highest Maine Beach water temperatures in early to mid August require something like a 3/2mm fully sealed wetsuit.
The beauty of the Maine coast is perennial, but winter is perfect for beach walks. It is not uncommon to find yourself practically alone on the long stretches of white sand found in Old Orchard, Ogunquit, Kittery and Wells.
Old Orchard Beach | Old Orchard Beach
This is voted Maine’s #1 beach every year by Maine’s largest newspaper. Seven miles of great sand with the centerpiece Palace Playland amusement park which hosts an arcade area.
While sea glass can be found in many places along the coastline of Maine, the southern Maine Beaches region is home to two recognized sea glass hot spots.
Lobsters are harvested year-round in Maine and New Hampshire; however, the majority are caught between late June and late December, when the lobsters are the most active. Lobsters are also harvested during the winter and early spring months but in smaller quantities.
East End Beach in Portland has some of the very best Maine seashells.
The Maine Beaches offers great vacation fun for every member of the family, including Fido. Nearly every beach is dog-friendly at some point during the day. Just be sure to check ahead for days, hours, and rules regarding dogs.