77°
Sunny
0%
85
York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Goose Rocks Beach
Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Three miles of soft sand sheltered by an offshore barrier reef, giving Goose Rocks unusually calm, shallow water by Maine standards. Residential, low-rise, and protective of its piping plover colonies — expect tight permit enforcement and seasonal nesting closures.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 77. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
84 /100
great
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:31 PM
0.5 ft · in 14m
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:12 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:43 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 3:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:57 PM | High | 10.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:43 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 4:30 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:56 PM | High | 11.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 11:42 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 5:28 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:54 PM | High | 11.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:38 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 6:25 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 11.1 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 1:31 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:44 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 7:59 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 2:23 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 8:16 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 8:50 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:14 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 9:12 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
1%
80
90°
Sunny
1%
78
88°
Mostly Sunny
5%
81
87°
Sunny
2%
82
83°
Sunny
2%
86
81°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Permit required Saturday of Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day, 8 AM – 5 PM. Daily $40, weekly $200 (no cash); seasonal $325 online.
Dogs
Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.
Entry Fee
$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)
Address
Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Goose Rocks Beach today?
Goose Rocks Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Goose Rocks Beach dog-friendly?
Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.
Is there an entry fee at Goose Rocks Beach?
$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)
Are there lifeguards at Goose Rocks Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Goose Rocks Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Goose Rocks Beach?
Amenities at Goose Rocks Beach include restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Goose Rocks Beach?
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 Goose Rocks Beach located?
Goose Rocks Beach is in York County, ME, at Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS