Popham Beach

Popham Beach State Park

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Popham Beach State Park is a public recreation area covering 605 acres on the Atlantic Ocean in the town of Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine. It … See more

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Aug 29, 2024
Three couples went for a walk on the beach at low tide. Popham Beach State Park is right on the ocean. It is a short walk to the beach from the large parking lot. At low tide you can walk out to the … Full review by Y5435KOjamess
Aug 20, 2024
Love love loved this beautiful quiet beach. No flies, no falling in quicksand, a normal amount of gulls for the beach & a nice constant breeze, easy parking/access, clean bath/changing area. Really,… Full review by pastrygirl2013
Jul 20, 2024
We stopped here for a few hours. The tide was going out and you could walk out a bit. There was an island you could get to but there were no lifeguards on duty so we didn’t go. The beach was very nic… Full review by TakeMeAway44
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Facts

Located:Phippsburg, Maine, United States
Elevation:20 ft (6.1 m)
Established:1923
Area:605 acres (245 ha)

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What is the name of the beach adjacent to Popham And are leashed dogs allowed?
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I think dogs are allowed But the park ranger should let you know when you get to guard post Or check their website
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Answer by Grace A · Jun 25, 2019
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Is the park open the year around.
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Although the gates are closed about 6 months of the year, there is adequate road-side parking and guests can walk in across the parking lot to the beach at no charge. I've walked this …
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Although the gates are closed about 6 months of the year, there is adequate road-side parking and guests can walk in across the parking lot to the beach at no charge. I've walked this beach many times during the winter months.
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Does Popham state park open at 9 am or earlier?
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9 a.m. is opening and it closes at sunset, however the parking lot often fills but visitors can park along the road and walk in.
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How much for parking
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I believe it is per person when paying. $8 - $10/person
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Ive heard often theres no parking left its full. Is this so?
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My experience is if you are not in the lot by 11:00 AM ,you will have to park on the shoulder of the road and that's a long haul to the beach !The lot is not so big .So get there early and …
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My experience is if you are not in the lot by 11:00 AM ,you will have to park on the shoulder of the road and that's a long haul to the beach !The lot is not so big .So get there early and it is still a long walk to the water when you are in the lot. It is a big beach ,wish you the best!
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