A day-use park on Lake Champlain offering spectacular views of the Adirondack Mountains and a small beach area. Named for the Daughters of the American Revolution who donated the land.
D.A.R. State Park
Vermont
Beaches for Bird Watching
Shelburne Bay Park
Vermont
A town park with beach access on Shelburne Bay of Lake Champlain. Features a popular walking trail, kayak launch, and fishing access in a scenic natural setting near Shelburne Museum.
Alburg Dunes State Park
Vermont
Features one of the longest natural sand beaches on Lake Champlain with rare sand dune formations. The southerly exposure provides warm, shallow water for swimming and panoramic lake views.
Pine Point Beach
Maine
A long sandy beach at the mouth of the Scarborough River, offering views of Old Orchard Beach. Popular for fishing, clamming, and bird watching along with traditional beach activities.
Ferry Beach
Maine
A state park featuring a sandy beach with dunes and rare pitch pine forests. Combines beach activities with nature trails, making it ideal for those who want more than just sunbathing.
Laudholm Beach
Maine
A pristine beach accessed via a mile-long trail through the Wells Reserve conservation area. Features unspoiled natural beauty, excellent bird watching, and educational programs.
Seawall Beach
Maine
A pristine undeveloped beach accessible only via a 2-mile hiking trail through a conservation area. Perfect for those seeking a wild, natural beach experience away from crowds and development.
Popham Beach
Maine
One of Maine’s most popular state parks featuring a long sandy beach and dramatic tidal changes. At low tide, visitors can walk to Fox Island and explore tidal pools and sand bars.
Reid State Park Beach
Maine
Features two sandy beaches (Mile and Half Mile), dunes, tidal pools, and a lagoon. Known for its pristine natural setting and excellent bird watching opportunities.
Goose Rocks Beach
Maine
A pristine three-mile stretch of soft white sand with offshore islands visible in the distance. Known for its natural beauty and family-friendly atmosphere with usually calm waters.