Ogunquit · Maine · USA
Ogunquit Beach
You'll feel the packed sand firm beneath your bare feet as you trace the curve of this expansive crescent, where beach plum bushes grip the dunes and tide pools collect between granite outcrops. The Ogunquit River spills into the Atlantic at one end, creating a protected lagoon where even toddlers wade safely while gulls wheel overhead.
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You'll feel the packed sand firm beneath your bare feet as you trace the curve of this expansive crescent, where beach plum bushes grip the dunes and tide pools collect between granite outcrops. The Ogunquit River spills into the Atlantic at one end, creating a protected lagoon where even toddlers wade safely while gulls wheel overhead.
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About this beach
Where it is
Ogunquit Beach
Ogunquit, Maine, USA
43.2487°, -70.5946°
Top things to do
At Ogunquit Beach
Wade the River
Warm tidal current, sandy bottom
Walk Marginal Way
Clifftop path to Perkins Cove
Lobster at Footbridge
Barnacle Billy's overlooks the inlet
Sunset from Dunes
Beach plum silhouettes, pink sky
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Ogunquit Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Ogunquit Beach.
Is Ogunquit Beach safe for swimming and families with children?
Ogunquit Beach is generally excellent for families and swimming. The beach features lifeguards on duty during summer months (typically late June through Labor Day). The southern end near the Ogunquit River has calmer, shallower waters ideal for young children, while the main beach offers ocean swimming with typical Atlantic conditions. Water temperatures peak at 60-65°F in summer. Rip currents can occur, so always swim near lifeguard stations and check daily conditions. The beach's gentle slope and wide sandy expanse make it one of Maine's most family-friendly ocean beaches.
When is the best time to visit Ogunquit Beach?
Peak season is July and August when temperatures reach 70-80°F and water is warmest, though beaches are crowded. June and September offer pleasant weather (60-75°F), fewer crowds, and lower accommodation rates, making them ideal for families. Late May and early October provide beautiful scenery but cooler water. Lifeguards typically work late June through Labor Day. Winter visits appeal to storm watchers and solitude seekers, but most beach amenities close. For the best balance of weather and manageable crowds, late June or early September are optimal.
