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Bayview Beach is a small stretch of coast located on the seven-mile expanse of white sands that connect Pine Point and Saco Bay. Bayview is a quiet beach, perfect for sunbathing and beach combing. Lifeguards are stationed from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day and dogs are not allowed on the beach.

The local beach is quite small and used primarily by Camp Ellis residents. Located at the mouth of the Saco River, the long breakwater is an ideal location for a long walk on the edge of the Atlantic. Fishing charters, kayak rentals and public parking are available for visitors to utilize.

A stand of tupelo (black gum) trees, rare at this latitude, can be seen in this 100-acre area, which offers a sweeping view of miles of white sand beaches between the Saco River and Pine Point offers a picnic area, nature trails, guided nature programs, and changing room are available. Fee for admission.

This two-mile stretch of beach extends along the ocean front from Biddeford Pool to Fortune Rocks. There is plenty of room for relaxation or play. Surfing, surf kayaking, body-boarding and skim-boarding are all popular at this location. The sand is hard-packed and ideal for jogging or walking. Parking is by permit only and can be obtained from the Biddeford City Hall.  

Old Orchard Beach is a broad, white sand beach, seven miles long at low tide that is perfect for relaxing & enjoying the sun. At high tide, space to throw a towel down is at a premium. There is a pier that extends 500 feet over the Atlantic Ocean. The town square offers food, shopping, amusement, and nightlife events. Concerts and fireworks are held weekly during the summer months. A seaside amusement park with carnival food combined with the fresh Maine air is sure to add excitement and memories to your visit that will last a lifetime.    

Pine Point Beach extends four miles from the jetty at Pine Point to Old Orchard Beach. It offers sand, swimming, surfing, a snack bar, and restrooms without the crowds of nearby Old Orchard Beach. In 2011, Pine Point Beach was voted  'Best Beach in Maine' by readers of the Portland Press Herald. Municipal parking is available for a fee.

Some of the best swimming in Maine can be found at Scarborough Beach with water temps averaging in the high 60's throughout July & August. However, caution should be exercised due to rip currents that occur on a daily basis and water activities should be conducted in the designated lifeguard areas. This is a popular sandy beach with a concession stand, public showers, lifeguards, restrooms, and bike racks.

Maine’s largest and oldest waterpark where there’s always room to spread out your towel. We have a giant wave pool, seven waterslides, the Stealth V, Aquasaucers, bumper boats, go karts, picnic tables, a snack bar and a toddler splash n' play area. Help us celebrate our 40th year of water fun. Located in Saco just minutes from Old Orchard Beach.

Saco Bay Artists hold three shows during the summer months on the lawn of the Ocean Park Library. Check the website for dates. Explore beautiful artwork for sale; paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculptures, pottery and jewelry. The location is the Ocean Park Library lawn from 9AM to 4PM. FMI visit sacobayartists.org

Bare Knee Point specializes in on-site Kayaking on the lower Saco River.This is the perfect adventure for singles, couples, groups, and families - no experience is necessary. We cater to novices and all experience levels with our Old Town and Heritage open style kayaks.

A unique way to experience Maine and discover the hidden secrets of the Saco River and Saco Bay in an intimate setting of no more than 6 passengers. Let Captain Abby and/or Bob tell you the rich history and stories of the 8 fascinating island of Saco Bay and the long sandy beach of Old Orchard. Enjoy the New England charm of Wood Island Lighthouse and Biddeford Pool. Soak in the wonders of the ocean and sun in an endless expanse of horizon. Perfect for beginners to experienced sailors. If you wish, take your turn at sailing the boat. Most importantly please come away and rest awhile with us on a gorgeous and very stable 42' sailboat! Leaving the Saco Pier up to four times a day including a sunset sail at 7 PM and OOB firework sail starting at 8 PM on Thursdays.

Enjoy a trip that will turn a regular evening into an adventure aboard the Island Prince. All cruises leave from Camp Ellis, five minutes from Old Orchard Beach. THURSDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS CRUISE - Leave shore at 8:30pm, cruise around Wood Island lighthouse, then journey over to Old Orchard Beach to get a unique view of the OOB firework show.

As Northern New England’s largest water and amusement park, Funtown Splashtown USA attracts families from around the region. The park is home to the Excalibur wooden roller coaster and Dragon’s Descent Turbo Drop; the largest and tallest rides in Northern New England. Also at the park are Thunder Falls Log Flume, Portland Pirates Paradise, and the Mammoth and Tornado water slides; the tallest and largest water attractions of their kind in Maine. New for 2012, the new Mount Olympus Water Slides featuring thrills unseen in Northern New England. For the less daring, there is the Thunderbolt, Wild Mouse roller coaster, Bumper Cars, Grand Prix Racers and the ever-popular Astrosphere, just to name a few. With nearly 50 rides, slides and pools, you will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Surfing and paddleboarding in Maine is still in its infancy. Imagine once the sport of kings now can be enjoyed by everyone! Being in the moment paddleboarding and riding the waves is very exhilarating for some and for others it's a very spiritual experience. Keep in mind, it's not just the physical act, it's about becoming one with your environment - the ocean and its beauty, power and creatures. Paddleboard rentals are located at the Little Miss Cottages office in beautiful Old Orchard Beach. We offer the largest selection of professional paddleboards in the area and are conveniently located 75 yards from the ocean. Pick up and Parking available!.

If you REALLY want to see Old Orchard Beach, let us put you 500 feet above the water! We are located at the Camp Ellis Docks. Parasailing with us will be the "high-point" of your trip! We can fly up to 3 people at a time & send you soaring over the East Coast waters where you might see whales, seals and other oceanic wildlife. If you want to stay dry...no problem. Some would prefer to get dipped in the water to cool off--we can do that too! We provide soft take offs & landings right from the back deck of our purpose-built parasail boat. We have flown everyone from 2 years old, to over 100 years old! So, if you can sit, you can fly! Our Captains have been in business for 23 years with a perfect safety record and they take your safety very seriously. FLYBOARDS ARE COMING TO OOB IN 2016!

The Saco Drive-In is the nations 2nd oldest drive-in movie theater still in operation today. This theater, now completely digital provides the most premium movie experience for one low rate. A romantic date or a family outing your night out will never break the bank. Attending the Saco Drive In is an American as apple pie.

Weather got you down? Come in and join the fun at our Irish Pub with a New England twist. We offer a full entertainment schedule featuring The Pier's own “Yo! Adrian” as well as solo acts and duets that'll have you laughing, clapping, singing along, and enjoying your nights with us. We also offer a full menu as well as a diverse, well-rounded assortment of beers.

Stop by for a pint of Guinness on draught and meet Vincent Keely, an Irish bartender born and raised in Ireland.

Last call is the place both local and tourists love and are open from April thru January 1st. We have live bands, karaoke, pool table, bowling machine and, there is never a cover charge. If you want the best Wings in Town - Eat Here! They are on special every Tuesday from 4pm – 8pm with 50 cent wings and 75 cent if you decide to take them to go. Music, Fun, Drinks, Billiards, Food, it's all at Last Call! Located right behind Lisa's Pizza in Old Orchard Beach.

When the sun goes down, it is time to navigate towards Lindbergh's Landing for the best bands & DJ's that play in Old Orchard Beach. We are known as the place to be in OOB!!

Located in the Heart of downtown Old Orchard Beach, The Myst is the perfect spot to sit back and relax while still being in the center of it all. In season, the outside patio deck has live entertainment 7 days a week with both afternoon and evening performances. It is a great spot to have a cold beverage, eat a great meal, listen to live music and take in all that Old Orchard Beach has to offer.

Visit Pirates Patio and Galley, directly behind the Carolina Motel in Old Orchard Beach. GREAT CREW! GREAT DRINKS! GREAT FOOD! GREAT LOCATION. "Party Like A Pirate!" If You Like Happy Hour You Will Love Our "Party Like A Pirate Hour Mon - Thur 2-6" Visit our website to check out our entertainment schedule.

A fun-filled atmosphere where there is always something happening! We are a full service bar with great food so stop by to watch the next sporting event or relax on our outside patio while enjoying your cocktail. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week year round. With 13 TVs to choose from, your favorite sporting event will always be on!! We offer: the best lobster roll in OOB, full bar with Maine Brews, Burgers, Steak Pasta, and feature daily specials. Also...Free WiFi

Surf6 has a beachfront deck that is the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite cocktail and delicious food while taking in the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. We are open 7 days a week all summer long and have the areas best solo and duo musicians perform on the deck in the afternoon on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday weather permitting.

Tequila fogs features local musicians playing a combination of classic and top 40 hits as well as beach & Jimmy Buffet style music on the patio every Thursday thru Sunday all summer long.

While you're in Old Orchard Beach, please make sure and visit The Pier Patio Pub. You'll enjoy our food, our friendly staff, and the sound of the surf beneath you. The Pier Patio Pub in O.O.B. is a unique bar and restaurant. Its flooring is Pier planking, the interior has a rustic "cabin feel", and in places you can look down and see the ocean beneath you. When the tide is high and the sea is angry, The Pub will sway gently to and fro, giving you the feeling that you're truly at sea. The Patio Pub is surrounded by an outside deck where you and your family can enjoy a meal, a cold beverage, or simply stare at the Atlantic in all its beauty.

The Sunset Deck on The Pier offers you, your family, and your friends a perfect outdoor dining, drinking, and entertainment experience. The Deck is the exclusive venue for "Joeyoke", Maine's premier DJ/Performer. We offer a full menu from 11:00 a.m. until our kitchen closes, usually around 10:00 p.m. - and the entertainment begins at 2:00 p.m. daily. Offering a wide variety of acts, we have Rock, Classic Rock, Blues, Reggae, and of course, JOEYOKE! When the sun sets on Old Orchard Beach, the Sunset Deck comes alive with the sounds of great music and great people having the time of their lives. You can dance, eat, drink, or simply enjoy the salt air while listening to the surf roll in on the beach. The Sunset Deck is the perfect place to enjoy the Fireworks which we sponsor every Thursday evening at 9:45 p.m. These are fireworks like you won't see elsewhere.

This recreation area includes a playground, basketball court and picnic area. There is an extensive network of trails for mountain biking for riders of all ability levels. It is recommended that cyclists walk the trails to assess their difficulty before attempting to bike.

Memorial Park has a playground, basketball and tennis courts, picnic area and hosts events all summer long. The park is located on Staple and Heath Street, across from the Chamber of Commerce and Amrtrak station in downtown Old Orchard Beach.

This park features something for every member of the family.  Boating, swimming, fishing, athletic fields, a youth center, skate park and playground equipment are all available for an inexpensive day of family fun.  The skate park features an 8-foot half-pipe, a 5-foot half-pipe, two 5-foot quarter pipes, a rail, two grind boxes, a flybox (with a kicker connected to a slope that goes up to a platform), a kicker and a half-pyramid with a grind rail on the side.

Memorial Park is located directly behind the Municipal Building at Oak Hill. This park includes both active and passive recreation opportunities for your enjoyment. Amenities include a pond with two fountains, gazebo, trails, athletic fields, and a skateboard park.

The Eastern Trail Alliance is an organization that works for the expansion, upkeep and promotion of the Eastern Trail. The Eastern Trail is the southern Maine section of the East Coast Greenway, a large network of trails that will connect Calais, Maine with Key West, Florida.  Currently in Maine, it is a transportation/recreation greenway connecting Kittery and southernmost Maine to Casco Bay in South Portland.  The Eastern Trail has a growing span of off-road sections, as well as a scenic on-road trail that mostly follows quiet country roads.  Bike riders and hikers enjoy the beautiful journey from South Portland's Bug Light Park on Casco Bay (near Portland) to Kittery's Piscataqua River.  The Eastern Coast Greenway was started in the mid 1980's using the Eastern railroad corridor.     a 65 mile section of the East Coast Greenway. For a brochure from the Eastern Trail Alliance click here. Downloadable guide to the Eastern Trail Alliance Trail click here.

Enjoy 1.7 miles of trail for hiking, biking and guided nature programs. You will see tupelo (black gum) trees, which are rare at this latitude, while hiking in this 100-acre area. There is a sandy beach, picnic area and changing rooms are also available for your convenience. FEE

This quiet park, tucked away by the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge at the end of Tenney Lane, has an unmarked .4 mile path that takes you through a forest, over a boardwalk and small bridge, behind a housing development, and finally to a nice overlook of the marsh. You can also do a .4-mile loop around the playing fields on a flat path. Directions: The address is 42 Tenney Lane. From Pleasant Hill Road, turn into Tenney Lane and follow it to the park’s parking lot.

This property, owned by the Town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, is located on Portland Avenue near Milliken Mill Pond and Mill Brook. The town acquired the Milliken Mill Woods in 1999 as a gift from Janice Milliken Andrews. There is a parking lot at 192 Portland Avenue. This side is called the Animal Shelter Area. It has a picnic area and several trails. Across the street is the Mill Brook Trail network.

Saco Bay Trails mission is to create and maintain this network of trails and to promote its acceptance and use by the public. We are an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and maintaining recreational trails in the Saco Bay Area. We envision a permanent network of free, easily accessible, well maintained, well marked and well publicized trails, which people with a broad range of abilities can use and enjoy.

Want to spend the day at a spot many say has the best fishing around? The breakwater in Camp Ellis provides an ideal location to catch stripers.  The town has great amenities for your fishing adventure including; restrooms, pole rentals & a bait shop (2 hours pole rentals available and a bait machine available 24/7).

The Saco River begins in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and winds its way to the Maine coast before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.  The river provides many opportunities for fishing, boating and other outdoor recreational activities. There are many beaches and boat launches located on the river so it is easily accessible to visitors.

Wilcox Pond is a youth-only fishing area limited to children ages 16 and below. The pond is stocked with Brook Trout by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. MDIFW Complete rules and regulations can be found here.    

The East Point Sanctuary Trail is maintained by the Maine Audubon Society and is on the edge of the East Point Sanctuary at Biddeford Pool. It starts out as a crushed gravel trail and develops into a dirt path. The short 0.9 mile trip showcases spectacular ocean views and the Wood Island Lighthouse. The lighthouse is not accessible except by boat. Dogs are not permitted in the Sanctuary.

The Portland Breakwater Lighthouse is a relatively minor navigational aid designed to mark the end of a breakwater and help guide vessels past the shoal-laced entrance to Portland Harbor. The breakwater was built in response to popular demand after an 1831 storm that, together with a high tide, caused widespread damage to ships, piers, and buildings in Portland's exposed harbor. After surveying the harbor, the Army Topographical Engineers submitted a report in 1833 recommending the construction of a 2,500-foot rubblestone breakwater along the southern side of the entrance to the inner harbor.

The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1966 in cooperation with the State of Maine to protect valuable salt marshes and estuaries for migratory birds. Located along 50 miles of coastline in York and Cumberland counties, the refuge consists of eleven divisions between Kittery and Cape Elizabeth. It will contain approximately 9,125 acres when land acquisition is complete. The proximity of the refuge to the coast and its location between the Autumn Sunrise eastern deciduous forest and the boreal forest creates a composition of plants and animals not found elsewhere in Maine. Major habitat types present on the refuge include forested upland, barrier beach/dune, coastal meadows, tidal salt marsh and the distinctive rocky coast.

The Saco Historic District extends one-half mile along Main Street from approximately the Saco Museum to Saco Island. See several historical locations along the way and examples of Greek Revival and Federal architecture.

Wood Island Lighthouse is an active lighthouse that has been lighting Saco Bay since it was commissioned in 1808. The light is just outside the entrance to Biddeford Pool. In 1986, the last keeper left the island and the light was automated. Wood Island Light is Maine's second oldest lighthouse and the eleventh oldest in the country. Deer can sometimes be seen on the island and are reported to swim the half mile channel to Biddeford Pool. In winter, it is sometimes possible to see snowy owls on the island. FOWIL's Historical Committee has worked to preserve the history of this location along with countless volunteers, and contributions of past keepers and their families.

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