Mother's Beach, Kennebunk Beach

Mother's Beach, Kennebunk Beach 43.3451-70.5023 Click for Map

Description
Kennebunk Beach is 1.5 miles of fine sand beach that is popular for swimming, surfing and walking. The north end, called Gooch's Beach, is the largest section, followed by Middle Beach and then Mother's Beach. Gooch's Beach has soft sand and gentle surf. Middle Beach is rocky with sandy patches and Mother's Beach is all sand with a playground. Lifeguards are available at both Gooch's and Mother's Beaches. Gooch's also has public restrooms. There are no concessions or other facilities available here. Parking requires a town sticker. Non-residents passes can be purchased at the Kennebunk police station or town offices.

Directions
From the Maine Turnpike take the Wells exit and follow Route 9 to Route 1S, then follow signs to the beach.

Activities
swimming
walking

Parking
limited free parking
several daily fee lots

State: Maine
Town: Wells

Facilities
restrooms
concessions
picnic area
boardwalk

Safety
lifeguards