A small but popular beach known for good surfing and the shipwreck visible at low tide. Features a charming beach community with coastal cottages and beautiful scenery.
Higgins Beach
Maine
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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.
Kennebunk Beach
Maine
A series of connected sandy beaches (Gooch’s, Middle, and Mother’s Beach) along Beach Avenue. Features a mix of sandy and rocky areas with beautiful coastal homes lining the shore.
Short Sands Beach
Maine
A quarter-mile, family-friendly beach nestled in a cove in York Beach village. Surrounded by shops, restaurants, and a playground, it’s ideal for families with young children.
Footbridge Beach
Maine
A quieter alternative to the main Ogunquit Beach, accessed via a wooden footbridge over the Ogunquit River. Offers the same beautiful white sand but with typically smaller crowds.
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.
Crescent Beach
South Carolina
One of the five distinct areas of North Myrtle Beach, offering a curved shoreline with numerous vacation rentals and hotels. Features Barefoot Landing shopping and entertainment complex nearby and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Scarborough Beach
Maine
Known for having some of the warmest water temperatures in Maine. Features white sand beaches, dunes, and excellent conditions for surfing and bodyboarding.
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.
Long Sands Beach
Maine
A mile-long sandy beach with views of Cape Neddick lighthouse. Popular for its expansive shoreline, Long Sands offers good swimming conditions, surfing areas, and family-friendly environment.