York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean

Ferry Beach State Park

A short, soft-sand frontage on Saco Bay backed by an unusual stand of tupelo trees at the northern edge of their range. Boardwalks through the dunes and a network of woodland nature trails make it more than just a beach stop.

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Today's Conditions

Decent day for photography.

Cool but workable

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Scattered rain showers. Cloudy, with a high near 68. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A chance of rain showers before 10pm, then rain between 10pm and 11pm, then rain and isolated thunderstorms between 11pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 2am, then rain and isolated thunderstorms between 2am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4am and 5am, then rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

68°F air — cool but workable
30% rain — pop-up showers possible

56 /100

good

50 Sunbathe

61 Walk

69 Photo

Best for photography today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

68°F

Mostly Cloudy

Wind

5 to 10 mph

Rain

30%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

4 Moderate

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m

Burn-free before 11 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

79°F

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

—

Next High Tide

10:38 PM

10.3 ft · in 3.3h

Wave Height

2.6 ft

4s · SE swell

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

NWS SRF · GYX · Issued Sep 9, 2:41 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:14 AM

Sunset

7:03 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
4:00 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
10:21 AM	High	9.2 ft
4:14 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:38 PM	High	10.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:51 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
11:12 AM	High	9.6 ft
5:08 PM	Low	-0.2 ft
11:31 PM	High	10.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:39 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
11:59 AM	High	9.9 ft
5:58 PM	Low	-0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:20 AM	High	10.2 ft
6:23 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
12:43 PM	High	10.1 ft
6:46 PM	Low	-0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:07 AM	High	9.9 ft
7:06 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
1:25 PM	High	10.0 ft
7:32 PM	Low	-0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:52 AM	High	9.5 ft
7:48 AM	Low	0.3 ft
2:06 PM	High	9.8 ft
8:17 PM	Low	-0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:36 AM	High	9.0 ft
8:30 AM	Low	0.8 ft
2:48 PM	High	9.5 ft
9:04 PM	Low	0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

68°

Scattered Rain Showers

30%

Thu Sep 10

79°

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

53%

Fri Sep 11

71°

Sunny

Sat Sep 12

68°

Sunny

Sun Sep 13

73°

Chance Rain Showers

38%

Mon Sep 14

74°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

71°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 30% rain chance

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Day-use fee at entry booth.

Dogs

Leashed (4 ft) in the park year-round; not allowed on the beach April 1 – September 30.

Entry Fee

$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026 standard rate)

Address

95 Bay View Road, Saco, ME 04072

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspicnic areaboardwalk

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Ferry Beach State Park today?

Ferry 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 Ferry Beach State Park dog-friendly?

Leashed (4 ft) in the park year-round; not allowed on the beach April 1 – September 30.

Is there an entry fee at Ferry Beach State Park?

$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026 standard rate)

Are there lifeguards at Ferry Beach State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ferry 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 Ferry Beach State Park?

Amenities at Ferry Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area, boardwalk.

When is the water warmest at Ferry 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 Ferry Beach State Park located?

Ferry Beach State Park is in York County, ME, at 95 Bay View Road, Saco, ME 04072.