York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean

Goose Rocks Beach

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.

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Today's Conditions

Decent day for photography.

NWS alert active

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Scattered rain showers. Cloudy, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A chance of rain showers before 10pm, then rain likely 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 66. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

67°F air — cool but workable
30% rain — pop-up showers possible

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:18pm edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me

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47 Sunbathe

60 Walk

68 Photo

Best for photography today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:18PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 8:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

67°F

Clear

Wind

5 to 10 mph

Rain

30%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

5 Moderate

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m

Burn-free before 11 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

82°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

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

67°

Scattered Rain Showers

30%

Thu Sep 10

82°

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

54%

Fri Sep 11

73°

Sunny

Sat Sep 12

69°

Sunny

Sun Sep 13

73°

Chance Rain Showers

38%

Mon Sep 14

75°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

72°

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

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

restrooms

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.