This is a gorgeous mile-long beach in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Our family visited here in July 2026…read moreduring a stay in South Portland (about a 15 minute drive away). This state park has lovely views, gentle waves, and a family-friendly vibe. Admission fee is $8 per person for out-of-state residents. This state park has lots of pluses. First, the sprawling parking lot is huge. On peak summer days, you will be able to find a spot. Second, a public restroom and changing station are available next to an L.L. Bean daily rental box for umbrellas, beach chairs, etc.. Third, the right side of the beach is less crowded where you can walk over to the rocks. The only blemish is a faint sulphuric smell on the right side (perhaps due to the seaweed). Also, the water temperature is a bit cold (low 60s) to be comfortable in July - but that's generally the case with Maine beaches. Overall, we would visit this state park again!

Parking close to the beach. A great place to go for warm spring day. Great views Ang lots of room…read morefor walking.

Wow! What a beautiful beach area…read more I say area because there is so much to do besides enjoying the beach. There are many grassy areas, the water, and of course the beach. You can rent kayaks or just layout. There are also gourmet food trucks for your dining pleasure. We saw a few couples picnicking, playing frisbee, paddle boarding, kayaking, and laying out. My son dove off the rocks - very cool. Water was still too cold for me. Up to my ankles was enough. Free parking and entry - finally a $$$ break! We hated to leave!

Loved it!! Just 10 minutes from our hotel and it was our first stop on a glorious few days in…read moreMaine. We are beach lovers and spent the better half of our morning here at Willard Beach. Beautiful views from all parts of the area, whether you were on the sand or atop the rocky vista's. When in south Portland Willard Beach is a must-see.

This inn has a back to the past feel that is perfect for those quiet travelers who can appreciate…read morethe solitude and peace of nature. It is a block away from the Atlantic Ocean and beach. It is operational seasonally and closes the end of October. After reading recent reviews, the facts in them are true! This is not a HOTEL, there are no elevators, minibars, pools, daily maid service and plenty of stairs to climb. The place is a couple of hundred years old but pretty well maintained and my room was very clean. I booked a larger room on the first floor that was pretty quiet and very clean. The furniture was basic, had a minifridge and large bathroom. Coffee and muffins were put out for all at 7 AM and coffee and cookies at 2 PM. There is a restaurant on premises that serves breakfast starting at 8 AM and dinner from 4 to 9 PM. The bar is open during dinner hours only. So, this is a basic B&B in an out of the way beach town. DO NOT come here if you need modern furniture/wall art, minibars, pools, in room coffee or need pampering. Do not bring kids. Stay at one of the chain motels along the highway. You'll be happier!

It was clean & beautiful. The downside that it was hard to find parking. The paid parking lot was…read morefull and the beach side only allows 1hr parking every 3hrs so we were forced to move and look for parking practically right after we got settled in. But once we found a spot in the all day parking lot it was great!!

One of the most beautiful lighthouses in Maine! I love going and walking on the path and seeing all…read morethe sites! Make sure to see the fort ruins as well, it's very fun!

Im patting myself on the back for booking this trolley and lighthouse tour!…read more Our guide, Wendy, was stellar- knowledgeable- friendly - funny and genuine. She showed us incredible architecture, shoppes, etc. What a doll! Since we were the last tour of the day, we got to stop here. A MAGNIFICENT way to end a lovely trolley ride! The park has stunning views and we loved the lighthouse. We took plenty of photos and enjoyed a sumptuous gelato from a food truck. GOOOOOOOOO HERE !!!!!

Great clean sandy beach, public restrooms available. Parking I'd imagine can get really hectic; but…read morethe staff and lifeguards do a good job at maintaining the safety and security of the beach. This would be more of a beach geared towards Surfing and body surfing- than say Paddle Boarding (depending on your skill level). Beach has ample views of the surrounding coastal areas and some small islands/jetty's that you can easily see from the beach.

I'll never go back. Forty wasted dollars. first off the restrooms were the smelliest and most…read moredisgusting i've ever been in. They smelled so bad it actually made me sick to my stomach. They had 2 lifeguard dogs that each pooped right in the water where kids, including mine, were playing. The lifeguards waited for the dogs to finish then walked away. Nobody did anything to clean it up. We left.

This is a lovely state park with stunning views of the coastline and opportunity to scramble along…read morerocks at the water's edge. Although it does not have a beach, Two Lights State Park was a fun place to explore for our family. It has clean restroom facilities and picnic tables if you want to enjoy lunch. Away from the coastline, the park also has a wooded trail that provides respite from the sun. The only downside is that NO lighthouses are visible within the park. Instead, you'll have to turn right just outside the park and drive about a half-mile toward a seafood restaurant and tiny beach. However, the view of the lighthouse is partially obstructed by a mega-mansion under construction. That said, we managed to capture a photo of the famous lighthouse (from the Edward Hopper painting) by going up a private street (Two Lights Terrace) for a quick photo. It's unfortunate the state park did not acquire the land where the restaurant is located and block the construction of private housing.

The parks in the Cape Elizabeth area are all amazing and the Two Lights State Park is no…read moreexception. This particular park is a bit deceiving in that the name two lights might make you think you are going to see 2 lights, there is only one on the mainland, and the other is 17 miles out to sea. But who really cares when the park gives you the amazing views that it does! The trails wind on the upper cliffs of the shoreline and provide an awesome view of Casco Bay and the ocean. Along the walking trails are benches and picnic tables where you can take pause and be at one with the ocean. The views of the crashing waves and the rocky shoreline are amazing!

Headed over to Fort Williams Park to see the Portland headlight, which is the oldest lighthouse in…read moreMaine authorize by George Washington. There are several paid parking lots, which is a short walk to the water to see the lighthouse. They have a small gift shop adjacent to the lighthouse. There are several food trucks around the area where you can purchase food and dine on picnic tables or on the grassy area. Also, you can walk a path along the waters edge to get a good view of the rocks and ocean. It's so beautiful and relaxing. We ended up walking around for about two hours. I highly recommend visiting Portland, headlight and enjoying the beautiful views.

Our family visited Portland Head Light (in Fort William Park) to take photos around 6pm in July…read more2026. It's about a 10 minute drive from South Portland and well worth the trip! First, it is the oldest lighthouse in Maine (which was completed in 1791 and authorized by George Washington). Second, it's easily accessible - just a short walk from the parking lot. Third, you have the option to buy lobster rolls if it's lunch or dinner time or bring your own picnic to spread out on the spacious grounds. Parking is only $3 per hour. Since the WiFi connection for Verizon was weak, I paid for a printed paper ticket (minimum of $6 for 2 hours). Would strongly recommend coming here within 2 hours of sunset for the best lighting of photos. Also, be sure to spend some time walking along the coast for stunning views of the rocks below.

Something about this beach is magical. This is the most amazing beach for kids. Water is shallow,…read moreand still. Feels as warm as swimming in the lake. Hermit crabs and little shrimps for kiddos to see. You're allowed to fly kites, you can dig for clams, there is minimal sea gulls, and there's an awesome sand bar. Someone told me it's a great spot for bird watching early in the morning as well. When we come here I'm in the water with my 2 year old almost the ENTIRE time because it's so comfortable. LOVE IT!!!! only negative is that there are horseflies Just wear/bring bug spray I think parking is $15 per car until 3pm and after 3pm it's $5. We have a beach pass we got at Scarborough town hall for $40 because we're residents of Scarborough. Pays for itself very quickly!

My first and last time at the beach in 2020. It was also my first time at a Maine beach and I had…read moreno idea how clean and serene they were. I guess I'm just used to all the garbage and crowds along the Jersey Shore. The only downside is that parking is a bit pricey, at $20 a pop. But if you are an early bird and can make it there before I think either 8 or 9, then parking is only $5. Since we came on a Tuesday (at around noon), there weren't much people around, which was super nice. The weather for that day was only forecasted at the low 70s with some clouds, but it turned out to be a great beach day. It was warm, but not sweltering. Warm enough to go in the water - but only if you're brave. The water was icy cold. But after a while, you just become numb and don't even notice it (lol). There aren't really any waves but there is a very strong current so you definitely don't want to mess around with that. I never went out further than past my stomach, especially since I don't swim very well. Even just standing there with the water up to my waist, I could feel the currents pulling me. The best part of this beach is that it's only a 20-minute drive from Portland. We were visiting for the week and staying in Downtown, and didn't want to drive far to get to a beach so Ferry Beach was perfect for us. If I lived in the area, I would totally get a season pass.

I love this beach so much and go all the time, it is beautiful! I do wish it was a little cleaner…read morein the summer, (especially in the water) because it does get super busy, and it's a little gross having when you practically have to swim in seaweed.

During a run today I stopped by Bayview to get a drink, Many…read morethanks to the nice young lifeguard who offered me a bottled water while I was waiting to use the hose, he was so polite and help full. Lisa

This was my "go-to" park for jogging in the morning during a July 2026 stay in South Portland. It…read morehas so many pluses. First, parking is free and generally available in the morning. Second, it has a lovely, open view of Casco Bay with several islands in the distance. Third, you can jog along the park and around the marina - or connect to the Greenway trail for a longer run. Fourth, it has a cool display on WW2 history and Portland's vital role in navy shipbuilding (more than 25,000 workers added to the population).

This is a nice place for a quick stop! Theres a nice walking path. If it was a warm day i would…read morehave taken a walk since it has beautiful views. The lighthouse itself was small but well kept. Overall a nice picturesque park.