Crescent Beach State Park is a popular year-round destination in Maine, open daily from 9:00 a.m. to sunset. The park features a mile-long, crescent-shaped beach ideal for swimming, boating, and sunbathing, with relatively warm waters and light surf. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables, grills, a children's playground, and a bathhouse with cold-water showers. The park is known for its clean, lifeguarded beach, abundant parking, and scenic trails. While dogs are not allowed on the beach from April to September, they are permitted on the walking trails. Crescent Beach State Park is a favorite among families, offering a range of activities and amenities, including kayak rentals and tidal pool exploration.
There was plenty of parking, and access to the beach was easy.
September 2025
Nice peaceful beach. The Bean Beach chair lending booth was well stocked. Public restrooms were closed on the Thursday late morning I was there, but there were Port a Loos just around the way.
September 2025
Beautiful beach, pathways are great for handicap people.
