71°
Sunny
0%
81
Hancock County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)
Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
A small pocket of crushed shell and quartz tucked between pink-granite headlands on the Park Loop Road, with water that rarely climbs out of the fifties even in August. The short scale, big cliffs, and surrounding spruce make it one of the most photographed half-miles of coast in Maine.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 71. Southeast wind 2 to 6 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Southwest wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued july 11 at 9:29pm edt until july 12 at 8:00pm edt by nws caribou me
80 /100
great
78 Sunbathe
84 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 9:29PM EDT until July 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Full NWS statement
* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the 70s to low 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently from the upper 40s to mid 50s. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Clear
Wind
2 to 6 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
68°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
9:30 PM
12.6 ft · in 6.2h
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · CAR · MEZ029 · Issued Jul 12, 6:30 AM
Water Quality
Clean
52 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
4:59 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:04 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:15 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 3:14 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:30 PM | High | 12.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:04 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 10:15 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 4:14 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:28 PM | High | 12.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 11:12 AM | High | 11.1 ft |
| 5:12 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:25 PM | High | 13.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:56 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 12:06 PM | High | 11.4 ft |
| 6:09 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:20 AM | High | 13.0 ft |
| 6:49 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 12:59 PM | High | 11.6 ft |
| 7:04 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:14 AM | High | 12.8 ft |
| 7:41 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 1:52 PM | High | 11.6 ft |
| 7:59 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | High | 12.3 ft |
| 8:31 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 2:43 PM | High | 11.5 ft |
| 8:54 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8413320, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
68°
Sunny
0%
72
72°
Mostly Sunny
4%
68
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
76
75°
Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
77
71°
Sunny
5%
78
71°
Sunny
12%
77
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Park Loop Road lot fills early; covered by Acadia entrance pass. Island Explorer shuttle stops here in season.
Dogs
Non-service dogs prohibited beyond the top of the beach stairs June 15 – September 15. Otherwise leashed (6 ft max) on the beach.
Entry Fee
Acadia National Park entrance pass: $35 per private vehicle (7 days).
Address
Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) today?
Sand Beach (Acadia National 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 Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) dog-friendly?
Non-service dogs prohibited beyond the top of the beach stairs June 15 – September 15. Otherwise leashed (6 ft max) on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Acadia National Park entrance pass: $35 per private vehicle (7 days).
Are there lifeguards at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Amenities at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) include lifeguards, restrooms, changing rooms.
When is the water warmest at Sand Beach (Acadia National 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 Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) located?
Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) is in Hancock County, ME, at Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609.
Nearby Beaches
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