64°
Mostly Cloudy
6%
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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 photography.
64°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. Southeast wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Rain between 11pm and 2am, then rain and isolated thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind 10 to 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Weather
- 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
60 /100
good
51 Sunbathe
70 Walk
78 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
64°F
Cloudy
Wind
7 to 10 mph
SE
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:09 PM
12.1 ft · in 2.9h
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · CAR · MEZ029 · Issued Sep 9, 2:25 PM
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:04 AM
Sunset
6:55 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
49%
39
64°
Sunny
0%
66
64°
Sunny
0%
70
63°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
55
68°
Mostly Sunny
8%
74
62°
Mostly Sunny
2%
62
What to Bring Today
Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.
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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