Popham Beach State Park, Maine

Popham Beach 43.735 N -69.7955 W Click for Map

Description
This area is a sandy band of coastline between the mouths of the Kennebec and Morse rivers. Together with next door Hunnewell Beach it offers three miles of beach with scenic views of islands, lighthouses and the Atlantic. There are also natural rock outcroppings with tidal pools for kids to explore and a historic fort located nearby, all of which make it an ideal family destination. Facilities include a bathhouse and picnic area. Lifeguards are on duty here in-season. No concessions exist. There is an admission fee for vistors age 12 and up. Parking consists of a 400-space municipal lot.

Directions
Follow Maine Route 209 for 14 miles from Bath to Phippsburg. Follow signs to the park.

Activities
swimming
walking

Parking

State: Maine
Town: Phippsburg

Facilities
bathhouse
picnic area

Safety
no lifeguards