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Areas Of Smoke
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York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Ferry Beach State Park
95 Bay View Road, Saco, ME 04072
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.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
60% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Rain showers likely and areas of smoke before 5pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. South wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely before 9pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- 60% rain — rain likely at some point
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued july 18 at 4:35pm edt until july 18 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me
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Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 4:35PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln and Knox Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Weather alert in effect
Air Quality Alert issued July 18 at 3:11AM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:35PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
20 mph
S
Rain
60%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:12 PM
0.2 ft · in 2m
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:16 AM
Sunset
8:18 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:32 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 9:41 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 4:05 PM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 10:10 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 10:32 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 4:56 PM | High | 9.4 ft |
| 11:08 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:22 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 11:24 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:47 PM | High | 9.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 6:19 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 12:17 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 9.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:05 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 7:18 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 1:12 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 7:34 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 8:18 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 2:07 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 8:28 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
0%
81
77°
Sunny
0%
85
73°
Partly Sunny
8%
77
77°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
14
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
73
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
16%
81
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 60% chance of rain
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
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.
Nearby Beaches
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