73°
Sunny
0%
75
Cumberland County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Crescent Beach State Park
66 Two Lights Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
A mile of fine sand 8 miles south of Portland — close enough to be the city's default beach day, sheltered enough that the water warms a few degrees above the open coast. Family-friendly with a gentle slope and a backing dune system.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 73. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
72 /100
great
63 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
3:29 PM
0.5 ft · in 16m
Water Quality
Elevated
102 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ154)
The GYX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
- MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
- MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
- MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
- MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
- MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
- MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:10 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:37 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 3:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:49 PM | High | 11.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:23 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:37 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 4:28 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:48 PM | High | 11.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 11:35 AM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 5:26 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 11.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:15 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 12:30 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 6:23 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:41 AM | High | 11.5 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 1:24 PM | High | 9.9 ft |
| 7:18 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:35 AM | High | 11.2 ft |
| 7:58 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 8:13 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:28 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 8:48 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 3:06 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 9:09 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
0%
74
83°
Sunny
2%
74
80°
Mostly Sunny
7%
74
86°
Sunny
2%
76
82°
Sunny
2%
78
80°
Sunny
14%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot at park entrance. Fills on weekends — go early.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed on trails otherwise.
Entry Fee
$6/adult ME resident, $8/adult non-resident.
Address
66 Two Lights Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Crescent Beach State Park today?
Crescent Beach State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Crescent Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed on trails otherwise.
Is there an entry fee at Crescent Beach State Park?
$6/adult ME resident, $8/adult non-resident.
Are there lifeguards at Crescent Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Crescent Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Crescent Beach State Park?
Amenities at Crescent Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, picnic area, changing rooms.
When is the water warmest at Crescent Beach State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Crescent Beach State Park located?
Crescent Beach State Park is in Cumberland County, ME, at 66 Two Lights Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS