Scarborough Beach State Park
🏆 Official Guide: Scarborough Beach State Park — One of Maine’s most popular sandy beaches in Scarborough — featuring warm summer water (high 60s°F in July–August), excellent swimming + surfing + paddleboarding, seasonal lifeguards (mid-June–Labor Day), restrooms + changing rooms, beach equipment rentals (chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, surfboards, SUPs), scenic sand dunes, and piping plover nesting habitat — a day-use park operated by Black Point Resource Management (Maine State Park passes NOT accepted).
Scarborough Beach State Park is one of southern Maine’s most beloved beach destinations — a long, sandy beach with surprisingly warm summer water temperatures and consistent waves that attract swimmers, surfers, and paddleboarders. The scenic sand dunes and protected piping plover nesting areas add ecological significance to this popular day-use park, while seasonal lifeguards, changing rooms, and rental equipment make it accessible for all visitors.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Scarborough, ME |
| Type | Day-use beach park — no camping |
| Water Temp | High 60s°F (Jul–Aug) — warm for Maine! |
| Lifeguards | Mid-June – Labor Day (sunny days) |
| Parking | ~285 on-site + off-site — FILLS FAST |
| State Park Pass | ⚠️ NOT accepted — separate operator |
Activities & Amenities
| Activity/Amenity | Details |
|---|---|
| Swimming | Sandy beach — lifeguarded swim area — rip currents possible |
| Surfing | Consistent waves — popular surf spot |
| Paddleboarding | SUP rentals available at beach |
| Rentals | Beach chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, surfboards, SUPs |
| Restrooms | Near beach — with changing rooms |
| Food | Snack bar — seasonal on-site |
| Wildlife | Piping plover nesting — protected sand dunes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my Maine State Park pass here?
No — Scarborough Beach is operated independently by Black Point Resource Management, not the standard Maine State Park system. A separate per-person entry fee is charged. Standard Maine State Park passes are not accepted.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs, kites, and bikes are prohibited on the beach from March through November to protect endangered piping plover nesting sites in the sand dunes.
