Best Surf Beaches in York

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Best of 2 York spots

Short Sands Beach (York Beach)

Surf score

3/100

Wave

3.8 ft

Wind

Breezy

Condition

Poor Conditions

Windy

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
Short Sands Beach (York Beach)3.8 ftBreezyPoor
Long Sands Beach2.8 ftStrongPoor
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Plan the next York session

Use the city guide for spot choice, then move into timing, water temperature, or tide context.

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Featured Beaches(2)

Long Sands Beach

Beginner friendly

Long Sands Beach is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at York in Southern Maine. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Short Sands Beach (York Beach)

Intermediate

Short Sands Beach (York Beach) is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at York in Southern Maine. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

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About surfing in York

York has 2 surf spots. They break down by skill level: 1 intermediate.
The top-ranked surf spots in York are: 1. Long Sands Beach, 2. Short Sands Beach (York Beach). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
York's surf spots are generally suited for intermediate to advanced surfers. Beginners should check individual spot reports for days with smaller, mellower conditions.
Water temperatures in the area range from 40-60°F. In summer, 3/2mm is typical. In winter, bring 5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood.

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