Scarborough Beach

beginner
·beach·Scarborough, ME
Map of Scarborough Beach
Break
Beach Break
Skill
Beginner
Rating
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State park facilities
Restrooms
Parking
Lifeguards
Daily rip currents
Parking fills by noon

About This Spot

Scarborough Beach State Park offers a long sandy surf break just south of Higgins. It is managed by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands and produces fun lefts and rights on southeast or south swells with west or northwest winds. Rip currents occur daily, so swim and surf in the designated areas.

Local Etiquette

Obey park rules, surf in designated areas, and be mindful of swimmers.

Local Knowledge

Insider tips from local surfers

Spot Summary
Break Type
beach
Best Swell
ESE–S
Best Wind / Tide
WNW–NNE / 0–5 ft
Amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Showers
Hazards
  • Rip currents
  • Rocks near low tide
  • Localism varies by peak
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